~~Caribbean countries as well as parts of Latin America have recently finished celebrating Carnival, or Mardi Gras, which is held the days leading up to lent.
~~There is an extra sense of importance and graciousness for religious holidays and national celebrations in developing countries especially. It is a break from difficult day to day life. It is a common and widespread abundance of celebrating and joy. I find it most necessary in places that are home to despair and struggle.
~~~This is why regardless of traffic jamming, noise, or mess is made, I feel it to be one of the most important aspects of any culture that is still finding its way. Trinidad is known for having the most organize, beautiful and creative of all Carnival celebrations. Since it is an island of just one million people also a wealthy one. Port of Spain's residents also all speak English and are very much Americanized, these factors help bring the party to its prime. In more struggling nations such as Jamaica or Haiti, It is better to find the party outside of each countries respective capital cities to avoid the crowds and appreciate the culture in a quieter manner.
~~But to each is own, February is the one time in the year when work is halted, people dance, drink play music and live in the moment while hopefully not worrying about tomorrow, because that is an exhausting chore to do.
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