Cinco de Mayo wasn’t just celebrated south of the US border this year as the ladies and gentlemen of Serenity Assisted Living had a bash of their own this past Tuesday. Contrary to what many Americans believe of the Fifth of May commemoration, it does not honor Mexico’s independence day.
The holiday celebrates the day the Mexican army conquered the French army and other Mexican traitors in the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862. Though this battle did not win the war, many still recognize the courage this Mexican army demonstrated as it was outnumbered by thousands. To acknowledge the bravery of this army, the creative individuals of Serenity celebrated by designing party essentials such as piñatas. These paper mache projects entertained and truly allowed the individuals of Serenity show off their artistic talents.
After the hard work of creating these piñatas had come to an end, it was time to sit down and enjoy a few other aspects of the Mexican culture. For supper the ladies and gentlemen enjoyed some unique foods such as nachos and empanadas as well as a festive dessert. And what would a Cinco de Mayo party be without sombreros to capture Mexico’s unique culture? By the end of the day, even the original Mexican army from the Battle of Puebla would have been proud to have celebrated with the ladies and gentlemen of Serenity.
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Sounds like the people of Serenity really had a good time!
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