Before today was Halloween, it was All Souls Day and before that....it was Samhain (pronounced SOW-en). It was believed that the veil between the living and dead was thinnest on this night. So special care was taken to honor those who had passed. It's a special time for pausing and reflecting - winding down and turning inward. For a woman my age, it's a fitting season, as I am in my "autumn" as it were. I find myself turning inward more often than ever, reflecting on the meaning of my life. It's a very peaceful experience.
Of course, Sunday is also the Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos. I love the traditions that are celebrated in Mexico. So every year, I make my own ofrenda or altar to honor our loved ones who are gone. Here is a picture of the early stage of the ofrenda for my parents and my husband's mother. I have the special foods to add, the candles and the marigolds. I'll post the finished one for you on Sunday.
Lovely tribute to your loved ones, Judy. Thank you for sharing.
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Posted by: Leau | November 02, 2008 at 09:54 PM
its a lovely tribute to those you love -
Posted by: gina armfield | November 01, 2008 at 05:47 PM