LOS REYES MAGOS
The Christmas season continues unabated in Mexico through
Epiphany, which is called Día de los Reyes (Three Kings Day). Echoing the
arrival in Bethlehem of Wise Men bearing gifts for the baby Jesus, children
throughout Mexico anxiously await waking up January 6 to find toys and gifts
left by the Reyes Magos (Magi). In some regions it is customary to leave out
shoes where treasures may be deposited by the visiting Wise Men.
A special treat served one this day is the Rosca de Reyes--a crown-shaped sweet bread decorated with jewel-like candied fruits. Tiny figures of babies are hidden in
the dough before baking. There is much excitement as each partaker cuts his or
her own slice, for whoever gets a piece containing a baby is obliged to host
another party on or before Candlemas, February 2, when Mexico's holiday season
finally comes to an end.
Just a final visit to the creche and a few small gifts for M- no bread I'm afraid. Next year when M is a bit more aware of the signifiance of Christmas, maybe we can get more elaborate. This was a quiet evening otherwise here at home as Jill and L are visiting friends on the east side of the state and Em is off work for the rest of the week as well. Birthday celebrations planned this coming weekend in Holland. Sure hope the snow and ice holds off.
1 comment:
Thanks, Grandma and Grandpa!
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