Mexico Celebrates

Every year, citizens of Mexico remember loved ones that have died through a special celebration called "Dia de los Muertos" or "Day of the Dead".  On November 2nd people gather together in homes and cemeteries, they pray, make offerings and celebrate with a big party that involves lots of eating and drinking. 

Day of the Dead banners decorate the streets of Puerto Vallarta.

Similar to All Saints Day, which Catholics celebrate on November 1st, Dia de los Muertos is much more festive.  People will dress up in fancy clothing, some even in costumes.  Villages and homes are decorated with images of brightly coloured skeletons and skulls.  You can see these decorations for sale in Mexico all year round, they have become a symbol of the country and Mexican culture.

Day of the Dead figurines can be bought at most souvenir shops.

Photo from travelpod.com

Unfortunately I wasn't able to experience Dia de los Muertos firsthand as I arrived in Mexico at the end of November, but maybe we can have our own Day of the Dead celebration in our Canadian classrooms?  Any excuse for a party is a good idea by me!

A Kid's Guide to Puerto Vallarta

It is the end of November already, but you would never tell by the beautiful and warm weather here in Mexico.  Today was hot and sunny with a high of 28 degrees Celsius.  I wonder what the weather is like back in Toronto?

I am looking forward to enjoying these last few days of sunshine and warmth before returning home to a Canadian winter.  Here are some of the things you think I should get up to while in Puerto Vallarta.

I Am Here - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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