Everyday Life on Symi in July 2015

Saturday afternoon and Pedi bay is full of yachts of all shapes, sizes and nationalities.

The view outside my office window on Monday morning, 13 July 2015.

Saturday afternoon, 11 July 2015.  A family christening at Agios Trianda, the big church at the top of Chorio.  Note the display of pink confectionery on the side table.  This is very much a tradition.  Christenings have themes appropriate to the child's gender and everyone gets various treats and party favours outside the church.

There were quite a few ancient Greek-themed dresses.  This elegant young woman is one of the godparents.

Everyone comes to a Greek orthodox christening and it is an opportunity for families to put on their best clothes, show off their beautiful children and catch up on the latest gossip.  There were as many people outside the church as in as it is not obligatory to actually attend the service. As you can see, there are plenty of little Symiots to carry the island forward for another generation.