El Dia de Los Muertos

A photo of the lost loved one who is being honored. // (c) 2008 Skye Mayring

Candles are lit at nightfall. // (c) 2008 Skye Mayring

His clothes and favorite hat are awaiting his return. // (c) 2008 Skye Mayring

For a school project, a class of elementary school students made an offering to Frida Kahlo // (c) 2008 Skye Mayring

On this day, some believe that the spirit world comes to visit the living. // (c) 2008 Skye Mayring

Sugar skulls, crosses, candles and the favorite tequila of the deceased make for common arrangements. // (c) 2008 Skye Mayring