IF ‘Bigger and Better’  are the appropriate words for describing what undoubtedly had been the biggest and most colourful  display of Mash, since its commencement  in 1970, then the following description  must also be added for emphasis: Exciting, and a  wonderful and  rich kaleidoscope, expressing the dynamism of a  nation on the road to progress. Not even the naysayers can doubt this! No doubt, the day generally was so beautiful and bright, reflecting a million smiles upon a  wonderful day; despite a brief shower, which, intention, was of a cooling nature rather than an attempt at a  wash out.
There were some pivotal points to note about Mash 2012:
Firstly, there were more Guyanese that came out this year, with large numbers out since mid-morning for the initial stage of the costume parade. Very encouraging, was the broadly representative ethnic mix, reflective of the true national mosaic; and, they all came out to have fun together to celebrate this big fete.
Secondly, the support from both the public and private sectors, ensured a most successful Mash, since their combined efforts, sponsored a total of 33 floats that can be described as a display of bright colours, with the gold and green colours being very prominent.
Thirdly, the costume bands, reflected were entirely in the Guyanese heritage tradition with the Digicel depiction of the Kaieteur Falls, standing out in this regard. Other representations in this fashion came from the Ministry of Agriculture’s “Go Green and Grow” and the Public Service Ministry’s “gold revellers”.  Even APNU, made its appearance with their offering.
Fourthly, as in the tradition of Carnival in the  other CARICOM member states, towards nightfall, there was a noted presence of  tourists who were part of the after-dark lime.

If yesterday’s thousands that swamped the entire Church Street, inclusive of the Merriman’s Mall, the twin pathways of Irving Street and Vlissengen Road, all the way into the National Park, is an indicator of what celebrating a national occasion in unison is all about, then one would be very optimistic that Mash 2012 would have set the stage for this most vital step in nation-building–the races of this country working together.
Finally, the PPP/C government and its executing arm, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, must  be resoundingly commended for their leadership in making possible the biggest Mash celebrations, yet.