We noticed a huge lack of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations here in Mexico. I guess it’s one of those made up American cultural holidays that have become an excuse to party.
The only thing we saw today were green balloons at the Subway (the restaurant, not the mode of transportation). There was nothing else. Maybe at some Irish pubs, or maybe even at the catholic churches, there might have been something. But nothing in our neck of the woods.
Here are three important headlines about Mexico City from this week. These three headlines have a lot to do with Mexican culture and ministry in Mexican society.
Mexico seizes 206M in drug money: Federal agents seized $206 million believed to be tied to the methamphetamine trade and detained seven people at a luxury home in one of Mexico City’s most upscale neighborhoods, officials said Friday.
Mexico City considers ending abortion ban: Legislators in Mexico City have begun deliberations on a bill that would legalize abortions during the first trimester of pregnancy.
First gay couple unite in Mexico City, inaugurating new civil union law: An economist and a journalist became the first couple united under Mexico City’s new gay civil union law Friday, kissing while an orchestra played “Besame Mucho” and police guarded their white wedding tent filled with guests.
There’s always next year. Despite their first round loss in the NCAA tournament (and the naysayers), I have faith that Coach K will bring them back next year. He always does. It’s his legacy.
Whether you lose in the first round or in the third round, it’s still a loss. They’ll be back. Coach K is a winner and a great leader. They may be out this year, but I would hate to be the first round opponent next year.
Did you know that the Basilica of Guadalupe is the second most visited Catholic site in the world? Vatican City is number one. The Basilica in Mexico City is number two.
This means that more people visit the Basilica than any other Catholic site other than Vatican City.
