Yesterday was the 20th anniversary of the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum in Samoa. Mark and I were invited to attend along with all the senior missionary couples here in Apia. It was a big deal with members of the government and other dignitaries here in Samoa also invited. A big deal means a big banquet. We were not disappointed. Here we are anticipating the food and fun to come.The program consisted of thank-you speeches and the presenting of plaques. There were several musical numbers, including "Requiem", a song sung by the guides at the end of each museum tour, and 2 songs by the Down's syndrome daughter of the museum director. There was also a question-and-answer session with the contestants for Miss Samoa. During the program we were presented with 3 hors d-oeuvre courses. Unfortunately the pictures were taken after some of the food was already eaten. Each couple was presented with approximately one plate of each of the 3 courses. I thought the sushi was especially good. Hmmm...I wonder who ate the sushi rolls that are missing?
After the program the buffet began. It was made up of long tables in a u-shape. Here is a sampling of some of the dishes served. Many of the dishes were traditional Samoan fare.  |
| Polusami and Taro (my favorite Samoan dish), Lobster, Sapa Sui, Fish, and Vegetable Curry |
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| Salads and Ham |
My plate runneth over. (You can even see a few of the desserts in the background)
The food looks great and you both look happy! Do you usually get leis at events like this? That's pretty neat!
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