Dia de los Muertos

Dia de Los Muertos Day of the Dead Originated by Aztecs Celebrated in Mexico and Philippines Aztecs called it Miccaihuitl Catholics call it All Saints Day and All Souls Day I call it Day of the Dead Tribute to our ancestral souls Honoring those in our family who have died Keeping their memory alive We celebrate with music, food and drink festivals and parades Women dress as La Catrina Tall female skeleton who wears fancy dress And a lavish hat Originally derived to make fun of the rich Sugar skulls and salt are placed on the ofrendas Altars built to honor our loved ones Marigold petals are there to guide spirits back home Salt to purify the visiting souls November 1st and 2nd When spirits return home To spend time with their families Let’s show them a great time!