In other countries, the 12 Days of Christmas are recognized, but in Mexico, the nine days of posadas leading up to Christmas Eve − Noche Buena (Holy Night) − are observed. The Christmas holiday in Mexico continues through January 6th, which is El Dia de los Reyes (day of the kings or the wise men). Traditionally, this is the day Mexican children received their gifts, but with … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: Christmas Traditions around the World
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Wednesday Open Thread: Slave Rebellions
HAPPY HUMP DAY, PRAGOBOTS! GASPAR YANGA'S REVOLT Veracruz, Mexico … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Slave Rebellions
Thursday Open Thread: President Obama and World Leaders
On May 20, 2010, the President and the First Lady hosted their second formal State Dinner, inviting President Felipe Calderon and First Lady Margarita Zavala of Mexico into the White House, or as President Obama called it, “la Casa Blanca.” In an exchange of dinner toasts, President Obama celebrated the partnership between the two neighboring countries: We celebrate all … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: President Obama and World Leaders