These were the words that resounded in our ears as we celebrated the shout that started the Mexican revolution that subsequently led to Mexico's independence in 1810 which we celebrate on September 15 (the shout) and 16 (Independence Day). Last night at approximately 12am, we had our "grito" and shouted Viva Mexico! Viva!... and so on with the names of the Heros of Independence... and finally Viva Jesucristo... VIVA!
Jean Paul gritando Viva Mexico
Plaza de Armas all decked out for the party
Here's where it all started!
I celebrated the occasion with some close friends and we had a night of Mexican celebrations which I think helped me become even more Mexican... check out the photo...
We ate pozole and enchiladas which are both VERY Mexican and danced some very Mexican dances. It was cool to see my friends dressed up in traditional Mexican dress from different parts of the republic - Jalisco etc...
The dancers
Traditional Mexican dress with Ruthie, Lucio, Sandy and Romi... (ok, the moustache isn't part of it... that was mine!)
So next year, look out - the celebration of Mexican Independence Day is coming to you - get into it!!!
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