Día de Muertos dos and don’ts: How to tread lightly when the veil between worlds thins

Día de Muertos dos and don’ts: How to tread lightly when the veil between worlds thins

As San Miguel de Allende adorns its doorways with iconic sun-hued cempasúchil and purple velvet flowers resembling rooster combs, the town’s hotels will reach capacity with an influx of tourists from Mexico City and the world. Many will experience the mystical allure of Día de Muertos for the first time — including my own toddler twin boys. Born in this town and carrying both Mexican and Burmese American heritage, the pressure is on for me as th…