November 2, 2004: The Day of the Dead. This is a celebration of life. A day to remember those who have passed on. A day to talk about them and keep their memories alive. Also a day to party and celebrate with good food.
I will especially remember my mother today. She left us October 4, 1980. She was a very wise woman and all of you would have loved her. She made the best flour tortillas and always made ponche for me when I was sick. If she was here, she would be cooking up something special for our party on Friday.
Hope you have fond memories, too.
Cleo Hansen, Executive Administrative Assistant, Western Folklife Center
