Friday; May 5
Living when and where we have, I really enjoy the Mexican culture. From the traditional foods to the use of bright colors and the sounds of regional music I enjoy the influences of Mexico. I have enjoyed vacationing on the Yucatan coast and been fascinated by how Mexico’s history parallels ours in many ways, but is also uniquely distinct from what has happened in the United States of America. I realize that Cinco de Mayo may be more of a U.S. celebration than it is Mexican, but any chance to celebrate Mexican culture is okay by me. All around the states there will specials on foods and a focus on our southern neighbor. While I am fascinated by Mexico, I am also keenly aware of some of the challenges that exist between the two countries. Now, let me rethink that statement … I don’t know that the challenges are as much between the two nations as they are between certain people who are using generalities to promote their own agenda. Sure, no two nations will see things exactly the