A dedication to the deceased

Day of the Dead (Dia De  Muertos) has its origins in the pre-Hispanic cultures of Latin America, and it is a Mexican holiday that honors deceased family members, friends, and ancestors.

It is a two-day holiday that reunites the living and dead. Families create "ofrendas" (Offerings) to honor their departed family members that have passed. These altars are decorated with bright yellow marigold flowers, photos of the departed, and the favorite foods and drinks of the one being honored.

The offerings are believed to encourage visits from the land of the dead as the departed souls hear their prayers, smell their foods, and join in the celebrations!

In Mexico, death is understood to be a natural part of life, so Día de Muertos is not a time of sadness, but rather a celebration of the departed, wishing them well on their journey, and feeling happy remembering them.

Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here

Updated official intro without the season year

Support the show

You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com


If you have a story or topic you would like me to cover, please send your suggestions to: [email protected]

Please visit my socials:

https://linktr.ee/InterSpanish