I have been sick with a cold for over a week and staying home. I took a short walk to the San Antonio plaza this morning and noticed that the three altars dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe have been taken down. No wonder the fireworks have finally stopped. At least for a few days, until we get closer to Christmas. There are Christmas lights strung up in my neighborhood and I have watched two Christmas parades coming down my street at night. Both had fire engines blasting out their sirens. My dog was howling. He hates those high pitched noises. Each time I thought maybe one of my neighbors had a fire and I ran out to see where they were headed. Happily, I saw the parades instead. People were throwing candy to children from the backs of trucks and Christmas music was playing. Children were chasing after them. Would have put me in the mood for the holidays if I hadn't been so sick.
This morning I took Chico for a short walk to the Plaza and I took a few photos of the decorations and the stands.
Hi Pat -
ReplyDeleteThe plaza looks so festive in its Christmas decorations. Wish I could see it for myself.
This year I'm having pajarete on Christmas morning for the family and friends who will be there. Just for fun, I re-read your blog post about Pajarete. I really like that one. I shaved the Mexican chocolate with a fine cheese grater. Much faster than using a knife. It's going to be delicious, even though no live cows will be involved in the process.
¡Feliz Navidad!
Hi Bridget, that sounds like a lot of fun! Wish I could be there. Thanks for writing and Merry Christmas to you too. P
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