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44 The Unforgettable Moments in Life
May Day
By Kaneko C.
It was a hot sunny day in the Marshall Islands. The sun was shining on my face, making
me drenched in sweat. It was also a school day, and we were walking to this big building where
we had our May Day held. This building was like a recreation center but twice as big. The reason
why we celebrate May Day is because this is when we recognize the independence of the
Marshall Islands and celebrate the traditions and culture of the Marshallese. May Day is
specifically for kids to do fun and competitive activities with different schools from around the
island.
I remember there were many elementary and middle schools competing that day. I was in
the 5th grade. It was so packed I could barely hear myself as people ran to each other because
