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Cinco De Mayo

In 1862, Mexicans were elated
As the French army was decimated
Today is Cinco de Mayo
Tacos—free Pico de gallo!
The Battle of Puebla is celebrated

Emperor Maximillian was fooled 
by the Mexicans he thought he ruled 
Carlota, the Queen, insane  
Died back in France from her pain
After a firing squad had ensued

  

Note: The Chapultepec Castle: 
Maximilian and Carlota´s Love Story

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Robert Gorelick Date: 6/2/2022 9:27:00 PM Well done, Anaya, very informative, and wonderful colorful picture! Robert Login to Reply

Beata Agustin Date: 5/9/2022 6:19:00 AM Thanks for sharing this... wisdom-filled along historical facts. Thanks likewise for your uplifting comments. God bless you. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/9/2022 5:06:00 PM God bless you, Beata. I welcome your visit anytime!

Alexis Y. Date: 5/7/2022 6:07:00 PM Hi Anaya, I am two days late, but I am glad I saw it today. You have penned a well-written, Informative write—happy belated Cinco de Mayo. Have a nice day. Happy Mother's Day:-)Alexis Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/7/2022 6:45:00 PM Thank you, Alexis. Have a nice Mother Day!

Harry Horsman Date: 5/6/2022 7:23:00 PM Not only wonderful poetry, but a history lesson also, love both..Thank You, Harry Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/7/2022 6:44:00 PM I appreciate your thoughts, Harry. Have a nice Mother's Day!

Victor Buhagiar Date: 5/5/2022 11:17:00 PM Alas I know little of Mexico history since I live in Europe. The worst was the killing of Christians. And the miracle of Guadalupe. Perhaps I should add Mexican wine :) Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/6/2022 10:28:00 AM Barón Balché. Siete Zinfandel 2005. Zinfandel. This wine from the “Valle de Guadalupe” in Baja California, Mexico. Contains 100% Zinfandel! ;)

L Milton Hankins Date: 5/5/2022 11:33:00 AM Feliz Cinco de Mayo, I Am Anaya. I have been in Mexico many times on May 5th. Sorry I'm not there today. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/5/2022 12:02:00 PM Please tell us a story about your Mexican adventures Milton. I'd love to hear some! Thank you, Happy 5th of May or have a fifth with May! ;)

Caren Krutsinger Date: 5/5/2022 11:27:00 AM Wisely done! Well written. Informative. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/5/2022 11:59:00 AM Poetry often portrays history quite effectively. Thank you for the kind words.

Rico Leffanta Date: 5/5/2022 11:25:00 AM De tu casa a la mía, Cielito lindo, no hay más que un paso, Antes que venga tu madre, Cielito lindo, dame un abrazo. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/5/2022 11:56:00 AM Rico thank you for the lyrics to a beautiful traditional anthem. How thoughtful. Bear hugs!

Anil Deo Date: 5/5/2022 9:47:00 AM Lively all around; despite Mexico's pain ... The colors, the food, the dances, the soccer ... International-Spanush American culture. Is this the holiday also for hitting pinyatas? Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/5/2022 12:04:00 PM Pinatas are festive for any fiesta! Bang away Anil

Bill Baker Date: 5/5/2022 9:32:00 AM Happy Cinco de mayo! Anaya. Thanks for sharing the info through your poetry, and thanks for reading and commenting on my quotes. Bill Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 5/5/2022 12:06:00 PM My pleasure, Bill. I learn so much from everyone!