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| Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda |
Please join #chilipawty to celebrate
Día de los Muertos on Nov. 9, 2024.
It’s a time to remember our OTRB friends.
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. It’s a time for families to remember loved ones who have passed away. Instead of being sad, people celebrate life, believing that the spirits of the dead return to visit during these special days.
The holiday comes from ancient Aztec and Mayan traditions, which were later combined with Catholic holidays. This blend of beliefs helped create the colorful and joyful way that people celebrate today.
Many families build an ofrenda (altar) to honor their loved ones. They place pictures, candles, and marigold flowers (called cempasúchil) on the altar, along with food and drinks their loved ones enjoyed. Monarch butterflies, which arrive in Mexico around the same time, are believed to carry the spirits of the dead.
People also visit cemeteries to clean graves, decorate them with flowers, and share food. It’s a time to tell stories about those who have passed away and remember them with joy.
Día de los Muertos has become famous around the world. It’s a reminder that even though people pass on, their memory and the love for them can last forever.
-- by ChatGPT
