Oh Guatemalans, we are a weird, confused bunch. How do we celebrate a birthday, well instead of playing marimba music, we hire mariachis and instead of singing “Feliz cumpleaños a ti, feliz cumpleaños a ti” like they do in many countries in Latin America, we sing “Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you…” that’s … Read more
I noticed that Prensa Libre, one of Guatemala’s largest and oldest newspapers, was also sponsoring a processional band this past weekend. I guess sponsorships of the Holy Week processions will become commonplace now. How do you feel about private businesses sponsoring religious celebrations and the world famous Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala?
Sorry for being absent the last few days. I do have the photos for the missing days and I will be updating tonight. I needed a short break; I hope you forgive me. 🙁 I have a food series coming up in preparation for the Independence Day Celebrations. Stay tune!
Boy, is this kid so cute or what? And photogenic too! He move around, from left to right and back, withot removing his gaze on me while playing the drums and the turtle shells, as trying to give me his best angle. I was delighted. If you see them next time you come to La … Read more