When Christmas decorations began to appear in Guanajuato the week after Halloween and Dia de los Muertos, it seemed strange to me. However, when you don't celebrate Thanksgiving, I supposed you are allowed to jump straight to Christmas. Over the last few weeks, Guanajuato has been putting up Christmas trees and poinsettias (Nochebuenas) in the plazas and along all the staircase railings. The markets are overflowing with ornaments, Christmas lights, wreaths and fake Christmas trees for sale. Starbucks has switched to Christmas themed drinks and cups. My church started singing Christmas carols a couple weeks ago.
Since I love Christmas, I've enjoyed watching Guanajuato make the transformation. The weather has gotten a little colder and people are bundling up with scarves and warm coats. Kids are getting excited about presents and parents are preparing for the traditional fiesta of welcome for the baby Jesus. I guess that no matter where you go, the holiday season is everyone's favorite time of year.
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