HONORING DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Day of the Dead is an interesting holiday celebrated in Mexico during the chilly days of November 1 & 2. The indigenous believe that the gates of heaven are opened at midnight on October 31, and the spirits of all deceased children (angelitos) are allowed to reunite with their families for 24 hours. On November 2, the spirits of the adults come down to enjoy the festivities that are prepared for them. In most villages, beautiful altars (ofrendas) are made in each home. They a