Unificacion Maya 2010: Tikal

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Our final ceremony began early in the morning of the Winter Solstice, December 21, 2010, as we prepared to enter Tikal Park in a Candlelight Procession.

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Jim Thurman and Margie Parker

Heartfelt thanks goes to Jim and Margie for their generous financial support to help cover expenses of the tatas and nanas this year.

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The first stop as we enter the park is always to pay obeisance to the giant ancient ceiba tree that guards the entrance

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Terry Rubin and Tata Pedro

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We sit on the steps of an ancient temple to hear the flute concert.

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Pablo Collado

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Tata Chus

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Opening Prayers

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Lynda Britton
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The count continues as the participants hold the energy.
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The Offering

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Giving Thanks

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Tata Pedro plays his drum.
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Dahi Dahi Fuentes Trias
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The group is attentive.
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Margo Van der Sluys
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In the background is the majestic Mundo Perdido pyramid.
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The week-long event ended with a Pablo Collado concert at Hotel Gringo Perdido

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