Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!!

Cinco de Mayo - Is actually celebrated in parts of Mexico as the Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla in which Mexico defeated the French in 1862. About 2,000 Mexican military men fought against about 6,000 French soldiers until the French retreated, as they lost approximately 1,000 of their men. Mexico celebrated the victory then and still do this day with parades and mariachi bands.

Here in the U.S., we often confuse Cinco de Mayo for Mexico's Independence Day, which is actually celebrated in Mexico on September 16th. I am really happy for Mexico that they have their independence and I'd be happy to add September 16th to my calendar as another day of the year to celebrate.

I love Mexican food and don't really need another reason to drink beer, but I'll take it. :) Honestly, I did download an app just yesterday to help me learn Spanish.

Happy Cinco de Mayo mi amigos and amigas.