Dia De los Muertos

The day of the dead, where we celebrate the passing of those who came before us. I find that we remember those important in our lives at random times, not just on one day. It is a nice fiesta for many and a great way to salute our loved ones. I can hear the chorus of mariachi's singing in the background with trumpets and flair calling the spirit's of the dead.I haven't looked it seem's to be a pagan celebration but christian in nature I can see the bishop now prancing through the town of short immigrant poor following behind. I wonder if muslims have a holiday for the dead who chose to blow themselves up with the reward of virgin's? There has been a lot of torment from Sandy not where I am at but in other parts of the country Oh well storms come and go and the repair has begun with some loss of life it could have been worse, The Samhain/ halloween night or day of dressing up and knocking on the neighbors door has come and gone,the neighbor who you have never met but see only once a year up close and personal if you have kid's or see as you pass by to work. The time when you knew all your neighbors and where they worked, where they shopped and met when you went to church or lodge is over.You might know a few and socialize with them and that is the way it should be, closing yourself in the house or to your yard doesn't create a community it creates unsocial fear. You wonder about such and such and speculate what they do or who they are. In light of the last few day's it would be a good time to go to your neighbors and get to know them, Help a senior who lives down the way while she is raking the leaves or drag out her trash can.They would be so thankful for the extra help, When you make cookies take a plate to the widower who lives two doors down or the sexy neighbor guy. With this being Movember the beginning of Thankful Thanksgiving month. I am thankful for all the wonderful neighbors I have had they far outweigh the assholes. Lady's you can bring me cookies anytime.

Always be nice and have a great night.