The Bluffer - Red Bluff, CA
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Day of the Dead D passed away. AP Spanish makes a miniture alter for someone that they knew that has passed away. Each Spanish classroom is converted to resemeble a cemetry. Mrs. McDermott, Spanish teacher, said, "I love Dia de los Muertos. I think it is the most beautiful holiday." Other celebrations include street festivities, parades and parties. It is also believed that spirits may bring good fortune to their families if proper respect is paid. Due to this belief, some families pay up to two months' salary for decorations and supplies. Families even allow guests to come into their homes in order to view the altars that they have set up. ia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that typically takes place on November first and second, and has been celebrated for over 3,000 years. The holiday corresponds with All Soul's & All Saint's Day, however it has its own traditions. In the afternoon of the second day, families travel to a cemetery to clean up the graves and reminisce about the dead. The holiday is celebrated all around the world, and is particularly prominent in Spanish and Latin cultures. The holiday dates back even to the Ancient Aztecs. Day of the dead is even celebrated at Red Bluff High School. Spanish 2 makes a story about how their calaca On the first day, it is believed that deceased children may reunite with parents for 24 hours. Many celebrate by making or purchasing colorful sugar skulls decorated with other materials. On the second day, it is believed that deceased adults may reunite with parents for 24 hours. Many people set up altars, or shrine-like areas, in remembrance of family members Common Superstitions IN ORDER: 1. Friday the 13th – Bad Luck 3. Walking Under a Ladder – Bad Luck 5. Finding a Horseshoe – Good Luck 7. Knock Twice on Wood – Reverses Bad Luck 9. Black Cats – Bad Luck Wearing lucky socks on some game days ~Dillion Garcia, freshman Black cats ~Andrea Martinez, sophomore 2. Right Palm ItchMoney 4. Breaking a Mirror – Bad Luck 6. Opening an Umbrella Inside – Bad Luck 8. Tossing Salt Over Your Shoulder – Good Luck 10. "God Bless You" When Sneezing – Good Luck Don't eat peanuts on race days ~Brandon Lachance, junior Never say McBeth when doing a performance ~Hope Bass, senior