It is not just the souls of departed relatives and friends who supposedly return to the realm of the living during this season. According to tradition, today, October 27th, is the day when deceased pets come back to their former homes. (It makes sense that the animals have a day, since most people consider their pets a part of the family.)
Alejandro's sister has this photo placed on their "ofrenda"... a photo of two of their pets who passed away a few years ago.
Olinka (left) and Luna were both around when I first met Alejandro. Luna was rescued by the family from the street and tended to be suspicious of outsiders. But very quickly we hit it off. Luna was very affectionate with me and loved to be petted. When I would stop, she would take her paw and scratch me to let me know that she wanted more.
If there is any truth to the tradition, welcome home Olinka and Luna!
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