Today, the fourth Friday of Lent, is Día de la Samaritana, also known as el Día de las Aguas, and a uniquely Oaxacan celebration. It is inspired by the Biblical story of the woman at the well who offered water to Jesus. And so, here in Oaxaca churches, schools, and businesses offer passersby free cups of horchata, aguas frescas, and some, even ice cream.
Decorations began going up around town yesterday…
Sidewalk stands are set up, some more elaborate…
than others…
And, what does one do with the empty (and not-so-empty) cups?
Decorate a window sill, of course!
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Shannon, great cultural commentary. Love the photos. Thank you. I met up with Harriet in Santa Cruz last week. We had a great visit, talked about your adventuresome spirit. She may come to Oax for Muertos and join my photo expedition. Sending abrazos. Norma
Thanks! Great news that Harriet might be joining the photo expedition. Abrazos, s
Ay! I can’t believe I missed it. Great pics.
I missed the height of it… was halfway to your ‘hood at the vivero in Santa Rosa. The terrace needed tierra.