🎃👻Happy Halloween & Día de los Muertos!🌸💀

This week, people around the world are celebrating two unique yet meaningful traditions: Halloween and Día de los Muertos. While they share symbols like costumes, skeletons, and pumpkins, their histories and purposes are quite different—and both remind us of the power of community and remembrance.

🎃 A Short History of Halloween

Halloween traces back over 2,000 years to the Celtic festival of Samhain. It marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter—a time when people believed the boundary between the living and the dead was thinner. Over centuries, it blended with Christian traditions like All Hallows’ Eve.

Why we celebrate today: Costumes, trick-or-treating, and pumpkin carving are now fun ways to bring families, friends, and neighborhoods together while keeping a playful nod to its ancient roots.

💀 A Short History of Día de los Muertos

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican tradition that dates back thousands of years to Aztec culture. It is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd and honors loved ones who have passed away. Families create colorful ofrendas (altars) decorated with marigolds, candles, food, and photos, welcoming spirits back for a joyful reunion.

Why we celebrate today: It’s not about mourning—it’s about celebrating life, love, and memory. It reminds us that our connections with family and ancestors never fade.

🌸 The Spirit of Both Holidays

Though different, both holidays teach us something important:

• Halloween is about imagination, fun, and community.

• Día de los Muertos is about love, remembrance, and honoring family.

Together, they remind us to celebrate the past, enjoy the present, and cherish the people around us.

From our family to yours—Happy Halloween and Feliz Día de los Muertos! May your celebrations be filled with joy, color, and connection.