The Habit Of Breaking A Pinata In Mexican Carnival

Whenever there is a carnival or a party in Mexico, there is always a colorful pinata around to make sure that everyone is in a lighthearted mood. From birthdays to town fiestas, the papier maché trimming is often shaped into all kinds of comical shapes that ranges from popular Disney characters to animals, and are stuffed with sweets that people scramble about to catch. We are all aware that the Mexicans celebrate like this, since we see the all-too favorable pinata evident in more than a hundred of films, stories, and even animated movies.

I remember the first time I saw a pinata, and I was pleased at how merry the kids were to see one. As soon as a favored tyke was able to break it and fling the candies all around, I finally understood the kids' fascination about the colorful donkey that was hanging five feet from the ground. It was indeed merry, and I laughed hard when I remember how the kid searched around for the pinata as his eyes were covered by a dark cloth. I guess that anticipation plays an urgent part in that game, as the kids wait and cheer their friend to hit the pinata and fling them with colorful candies.