17 August

17 August
Originally uploaded by Spunkycynth.

17 August is Indonesia's Independence Day. The day is celebrated widely across the nation with many activities that encourage team spirit and togetherness. Most interestingly are the numerous races and competition done in the smallest government municipality. The smallest organ is called RT which comprises of a few houses in the same area, and the slightly bigger one is called RW which comprises of a few RT.

17 August Competition unfortunately, is slowly diminishing due to urban developments. Togetherness amongst neighbours is becoming a rarity; people know less and less of each other on the same street. However, some who is not willing to give it up keeps on trying to build the spirit. Our nation's independece came from a collective spirit that shines through the fight and finally lights up the freedom path.

It is the same spirit one must continue to foster through tiny events like cracker's eating competition, volleyball, soccer, cooking competition , even if it is only done once a year to celebrate Indonesia's Independence.