November 2nd, Dia de los Muertos. This is the day that all of Mexico takes a holiday stoping to remember. But on the night before, there is a celebration for the whole community, centered at cemetaries.Dia de los Muertos seems a wonderful mix of respect and memory, mixed with humor and celebration. People build temporary alters to those they love who have passed on, including momentos, messages and those things that communicate who this loved one was and something of their life. It seems healthy, and actually delightful. There is lots of music, color and joy. Here is an alter designed by a school classroom "The Circle of Life".
A full display for a man who had recently died, even includes air ducting similar to the type he worked with in life.
Dancers draw a crowd.
In the old cemetary, which dates back to the 1600's many costumed people stand near the graves and church. The crowds were everywhere, graves were decorated. Here is a favorite character Katrina. Children dress as saints. It was so totally wonderful. Our host Rotarians accompanied us through the crowds, introducing us to people and customs. What a night!
A full display for a man who had recently died, even includes air ducting similar to the type he worked with in life.
Dancers draw a crowd.
In the old cemetary, which dates back to the 1600's many costumed people stand near the graves and church. The crowds were everywhere, graves were decorated. Here is a favorite character Katrina. Children dress as saints. It was so totally wonderful. Our host Rotarians accompanied us through the crowds, introducing us to people and customs. What a night!
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