Friday, October 31, 2014

         Halloween is a North American holiday tradition and is not part of the culture in Honduras.  There are a few groups of North Americans living here who congregate to keep tradition alive for their children, but the general population does not embrace it.  I read also that there are certain upper class areas where some trick-or-treating may take place among friends, but it is not common.  For one thing, it is such a dangerous city and no one should be out after dark—especially little kids. 

         October flashed by like lightening and it’s hard to believe that tomorrow will be November.  The trees must all be bare by now with their leaves blown far and wide or left to winter along the fence lines and under the snow.  It’s time for toasty fires, cozy blankets, and more indoor fun with books and games. 

         The High Priests and Elders have an activity tomorrow to a place called Ojojona which is about 30 miles from Tegucigalpa.  It was established in the 1500’s so we will probably learn about its history and enjoy the artisan displays.  Glade has to give a ten-minute “talk” and has been working on it today to make sure he has all the Spanish down correctly.  One couple in our ward has a second home close by where we are having lunch.  Our assignment was to bring “pastries” so I made lemon cupcakes and oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.  We have seen very little chocolate here so I don’t know if people even like it!  That’s why the cupcakes were lemon.  We’ll see how they do with the chocolate chips in the cookies.

         I hope your day included a good dose of fun for your kids and that they don't get too much sugar!

         Good Night--