Greetings from Mexico City during the "Dia de Muertos" season. There has been so much going on that I have fallen behind in sharing with you all of my experiences.
For now, let me introduce to you, Mr. Skull, who in his previous life was known as "Retired Teacher".
And here is his friend, Señor Calavera, formerly known as Alejandro.
Mr. Skull and Señor Calavera have been quite the celebrities here in Mexico City. They have lost track of the number of times that people have asked them to pose for photographs. They are half-expecting to see their pictures appear on the front pages of the local newspapers. Toddlers in their parents' arms stared at them with a mixture of fear and fascination.
I believe that the festivities here for the Day of the Dead are getting better every year, and that Mexico City during this season is becoming a world-class travel destination. I have never been to Mardi Gras in New Orleans or Carnaval in Rio, but I think that, in spite of the enormous crowds, the events here are a less frenzied, safer, and definitely more wholesome, family-friendly alternative. The Day of the Dead has always been a day for remembering the departed while at the same time laughing at death. That has never been truer than this year's celebration, coming on the heels of the devastating earthquake. The events here are dedicated to the victims and heroes of September 19th and demonstrate the strength and resiliency of the people of this great city.
It sounds trite, but we can sincerely say, "WISH YOU WERE HERE!"
Selfie taken by Señor Calavera
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