Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead.  Truly a celebration here in Mexico that I will miss.  I think some people get the wrong idea about what this holiday is all about.  More than anything, it's all about setting a day aside to remember the loved ones we've lost.  Now that Halloween has crept it's way across the border, it's creates a good mixture of celebrations for us gringos.  Of course, Ry and I love the traditional essence of this holiday. 

We've always loved this season and the festivities that it brings.  Before we moved to Mexico, we threw Halloween parties.  However, as I stated in my last blog, we decided to keep things low-key this year.  Of course, my idea of low-key may not be the same as others.

We had great fun just sitting around and chatting.  We chowed down on chicken and veggies, pan de muerto, a Day of the Dead cake and some other goodies.  The kids in the congregation enjoyed their Scooby Doo Halloween movie.  Then when they were off to bed, the adults played!  Well, we watch the latest remake of Nightmare on Elm Street.  Mostly it was just a blast to hang out and spend time with our family here.  It was the perfect way to celebrate this holiday for the last time here in Mexico.