For many Christians, this is the start of Holy Week. In SMA, there are 2 processions about an hour apart. Both represent Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem atop a donkey. First from the chapel of El Calvario down to Templo San Francisco. People are dressed as apostles and others representing what may have happened, 2,000 years ago.
The second procession leaves Parque Jaurez And is much larger because of more groups being involved other than what might be thought of during the era it originally happened. This time there are indigenous groups involved with their music, dress and other cultural items. Both were impressive.
Many of the special weave palm items are made by the indigenous people of the Michoacan area. We saw some similar items during visit to Queretaro the day before.
Since both churches had overflow crowds to gain entry, Carol & I decided to go to later mass. Since we were near the Biblioteca, went there to partake in the weekly fundraiser – visit local artists homes. We were allowed to tour 3 homes that were absolutely fabulous in art and architecture.
Again, met with old friends, Marty who we met during visit in 2008. Then added many more during home tour, to include a 3 generation group of ladies from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. We go 1,800 miles to meet our neighbors – how convenient.
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Adios – don Mariano
