Category Archives: Mesoamerica

¿Donde Estan Mis Hijos?

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Nathan

La Llorona, most literally “The Crier,” but more often translated as the Weeping or Wailing Woman, is one of the most famous Mexican ghosts, but as with most folklore, there are several different versions of her story. What’s consistent is … Continue reading →

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Bread Dead Redemption

Posted on November 3, 2018 by Nathan

Today is All Souls’ Day in the Catholic liturgical calendar, and the Day of the Dead in Mexico (which I think is actually two days; this is the second one). I never knew that much about either holiday, but I … Continue reading →

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I Have Learned the Value of Human Sacrifice

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Nathan

Human sacrifice is a quite controversial subject, as a lot of the information we have on it was provided by enemy cultures that might have been trying to slander other groups. It kind of seemed to me that people who … Continue reading →

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Alco-Holidays

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Nathan

Cinco de Mayo has caught the public attention here in the States in recent years, but I don’t know how many people actually realize what it’s celebrating. I get the impression that it’s mostly just an excuse to drink, essentially … Continue reading →

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It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone Gets Sacrificed

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Nathan

Hey, isn’t there some kind of big sporting event tomorrow/today? Seriously, I find that Superbowl time is a good opportunity to go out, since there aren’t any crowds. This year, though, I’m working at the time. I wonder if the … Continue reading →

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