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The 123rd Rose Parade

The 123rd Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, on Monday, January 2, 2012.

The 123rd Rose Parade queen, Drew Washington, waves to the crowd during the 123rd Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, on Monday, January 2, 2012.

Costumed marchers escort the first float onto the parade route.

The Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard ride the palm-tree lined streets during the 123rd Rose Parade.

The city of South Pasadena, California's entry in the 123rd Rose Parade in Pasadena was entitled "When Life give you Lemons..."

Rose Parade grand marshall J.R. Martinez waves to the crowd as his car makes its way down the parade route.

Members of the Occupy movement make their voices heard during the 123rd Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif.

The California skies were beautiful in Pasadena as thousands gathered for the 123rd Rose Parade, Monday, Jan. 2, 2012.

The 123nd Rose Parade rolls down Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena, Calif.

Rose Queen Drew Washington (white dress) is accompanied by her court as the beauties ride in the 123rd Rose Parade.

Members of the University of Wisconsin Marching Band represent for their school before the Badgers take on Oregon Ducks in the Rose Bowl.

Smoke bellows from a dragon's nose as part of the China Airlines' float.

The city of Alhambra, California's "Bearing Down the Track" float is covered in a colorful array of flowers.

The float "Preserving Paradise" sponsored by Dole, awarded top honors as the Sweepstakes award winner, is seen in the 123rd Rose Parade.

Kenny G performs his smooth jazz tunes aboard the American Honda float.

Smiles were plentiful among all ages in the crowd during the 123rd Rose Parade.

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The 123rd Rose Parade queen, Drew Washington, waves to the crowd during the 123rd Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, on Monday, January 2, 2012.

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