September 16 is probably the biggest day of celebration in Mexico, next to New Year's eve. It is the celebration of their day of independence. The night of the 15th is one of dancing, singing, fireworks, lots and lots of food all night long, and lots more drinking. On the night of the 15th in 1810, a Catholic priest named Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla ordered his parishoners to go to the sheriff and demand the release of a group of pro-independence prisoners. About 80 were freed. At 6 a.m. the 16th the church bells were rung and Hidalgo gave an impassioned speech which started the war of independence that very day. So, we celebrate.

Street vendors sell lots of stuff like these cool bigotes which we all bought for 10 pesos each.


FINALLY! I can grow a moustache along with Elders Ray, Redfern, and Holman.


Elders Castillo and Redfern are ready to enjoy preaching.


Elder Goodworth looks almost ready to go out and work in the sun digging potatoes in his hometown, Shelley, Idaho.