December 12th is finally here and with it comes the celebration of México's patron saint, the Virgencita de Guadalupe. She is indeed a mother figure to many Mexicans, and the prime example to follow for devout women. As the clock struck midnight, the townspeople gaily began singing Las Mañanitas to honor the woman they know and love.
fireworks to announce the approach of midnight and the beginning of the ceremony |
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