Understanding that Day of the Dead is a holiday that comes from a tradition originating in the ancient Oaxaca region…
San Antonio’s Day of the Dead
Wow! What an incredible looking festival. I am amazed by the decorations and extravagance. But what is most amazing is…
History and Future
Some would claim that the Day of the Dead holiday goes back thousands of years, while others say it is…
Butch Locsin and Calaveras
The calavera is more than just women with flowers around their eyes. Butch Locsin brings to life the spirit of…
Day of the Dead (1957)
I learned about the Day of the Dead in high school Spanish class. Senora Hache would take orders for dead-bread,…
Mexican Folk Art
The part of the Day of the Dead tradition that fascinates me the most is the art. When I think…
Make It Real
I began this blog in 2013 as a way to share my love for the Day of the Dead. Along…