11/02/2018
DÍA DE LOS MU***OS - November 2nd - is an important holiday in Mexican culture.
Families in Mexico gather to remember and celebrate their deceased family members by showing their love and respect for the nice times they had spent together, for their love, support, and important life lessons that they had helped them learn. People visit cemeteries and create special altars that are filled with “ofrendas” (gifts/offerings), which consist of photos of the deceased loved ones, flowers (marigolds), candles, their favorite food, drinks and sugar skulls.
People in Mexico believe that on these special days, families feel close to their lost loved ones because they come visit them and celebrate with them. The holiday celebrates the lives of the deceased in a positive way. Although families can no longer be physically with the ones who have passed away, they believe they are still together in their hearts, and reconnect with them on Day of the Dead.
Despite some scary looking symbols, this holiday is not spooky at all! People hold parades, parties, family dinners, sing and dance, and bring gifts to lost loved ones. Skulls are decorated with flowers and vivid colors.
We made sure that our explanation did not make our students sad or scared. It was all about love and care.
