Tonight, I and all of "my" people will be celebrating Mexico's independence from Spain in the main plaza of every village, town and city of México...and in some parts of the United States. The festivities start at 11:00 p.m. with a reading of the original declaration of independence by the mayor, governor, or, in the case of Mexico City, the president. There is pause between sections when everyone shouts, "¡Viva!" Finally at the end of the reading, everyone yells "¡Viva México!" three times and then the fireworks begin. There is food, music, more fireworks, embraces, dancing and slaps on the back until the wee hours of the morning. The celebration reflects the pride Mexicans have in their country...and their ability to throw a great party. All of my students will be on the main square of Mérida with their local friends. They are currently taking siestas in preparation for the all-night event. I will be there, too. After all, Mexico has been good to me. The least I can do is add my voice to the celebration.
9.15.2011
¡Viva México!
Tonight, I and all of "my" people will be celebrating Mexico's independence from Spain in the main plaza of every village, town and city of México...and in some parts of the United States. The festivities start at 11:00 p.m. with a reading of the original declaration of independence by the mayor, governor, or, in the case of Mexico City, the president. There is pause between sections when everyone shouts, "¡Viva!" Finally at the end of the reading, everyone yells "¡Viva México!" three times and then the fireworks begin. There is food, music, more fireworks, embraces, dancing and slaps on the back until the wee hours of the morning. The celebration reflects the pride Mexicans have in their country...and their ability to throw a great party. All of my students will be on the main square of Mérida with their local friends. They are currently taking siestas in preparation for the all-night event. I will be there, too. After all, Mexico has been good to me. The least I can do is add my voice to the celebration.
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Felicitations!? Congratulations!? Viva!! Why 11 pm?
The original proclamation was made at 11:00 pm as Spanish soldiers surrounded the city. High drama bears repeating.
And you stayed up how late?
I was home before daylight...barely! Slept in until 9:30 and then headed to the pool to wake up. Fun night...
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