... , simple dark breads are molded into humanoid figures called animas (souls). All of these wares are provided for purchase for the buyer's ofrenda de muertos (offering to the dead), an altar stationed in the living quarters to enshrine the departed. These altars can be very simple or very elaborate, full of objects that pleased the dead person in life, including their ... favorite food and drink. Additionally, the altars made for the souls of dead children will include toys, candies and treats. One thing that can't be left off the altar is a photograph of the celebrated person placed in i...

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