Carol H Tucker Passionate about knowledge management and organizational development, expert in loan servicing, virtual world denizen and community facilitator, and a DISNEY fan
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beladona Memorial Be warned:in this very rich environment where you can immerse yourself so completely, your emotions will become engaged -- and not everyone is cognizant of that. Among the many excellent features of SL, there is no auto-return on hearts, so be wary of where your's wanders...
Although the day actually commerates the victory of the Mexican army over the forces of Napoleon III, decisively crushing the French army, the best army at the time, and one that had not been defeated for almost 50 years on May 5, 1862. There was also an impact to the War Between the States in the US because France subsequently lost the ability to use Mexico as a base from which to support the Confederacy.
Apparently it really isn't a holiday that seems to be important in Mexico from what I have read -- instead, like St. Patrick's Day for the Irish, it has become a celebration of heritage and folklore for the Mexican people
Hey, solidarity. Mariachi music. pintas. dancing. brightly colored clothing. good food. tequila. smiles and friendly greetings -- what's not to like??