Muppets of San Miguel
The large dancing puppets have a lengthy and varied past long before the onset of Muppets.
The Power of Nine
Eight, nine or ten, living or dead, cat or dog, numbers matter!
Signage Uses
The sign of the cross when passing a church is both a sign of gratitude and protection.
Roadside Reminders of Appointments with Death
The crosses and concrete angels you see scattered along SMA’s highways are markers that commemorate a site where a person died suddenly and unexpectedly, normally in a car accident. It represents where the soul leaves the body and enters eternal life. Unlike a grave site headstone, or a home based urn with ashes, which mark…
Infant Couture
The babies of SMA are well protected from the wind and dressed for most any occasion.
How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?
The dolls of SMA, known as Marias, have a long history and are just one of many types of Mexican dolls available.
Hiding in Plain Sight
Buildings past by daily hold many secret messages.
Change of Habit
Living as a cloistered nun in SMA has meant many different things at different time.
Local Lascaux
Exploring cave art around SMA.
The Street of Lost Souls
The endless confusion caused by public executions.