Skelita Calaveras's sketchbook

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15 de junio
You would think that when school lets out I would have time off, but even without my homework summer keeps me very muy busy! So many parties to plan, so many friends to help—I would be weary down to my bones if I didn't love it so much. One of my cousins had her Quinceanscarea last week and I was up until four of the clock helping to finish her dress the night before. It was worth it, though—she lookes so scary-beautiful in her gown that it took my breath away when she finally made her appearance at the fiesta. I got so many thank-yous from her and Tia Catrina that it made me quite light in the head! I don't need thanks—just knowing I helped to make them happy is enough. :)

22 de junio
iHijole! This year is the Sugar Skull Centennial! I nearly forgot until I saw some monsters hanging a banner across town square this morning—now it seems as if the whole town is getting prepared for the grand celebración. It is not the biggest festival, but it is one of the nights we honor our ancestors with dancing, singing and fun, so it is still muy importante. Already many of mi amighouls have come to me for fashion advice—so many that I think I need to design outfits for everyone! Good thing I am so scary-quick with a needle. I even saw a poster saying that my grandfather's old scariachi band, Los Dedos Locos, will be here for the festival! It gave me the best idea... if I can pull it off.