North Texans across the metroplex are preparing to celebrate their loved ones during the annual Dia de Los Muertos festivities on Saturday.

From papel picado to calaveras, Dia de Los Muertos is more than colorful decorations. Observed on Nov. 1 and 2, it's a heartfelt celebration of those who came before us — a remembrance of life, love, and the legacy of ancestors and loved ones who've died.

Tradition rooted in joy and healing

"It's also about laughter, food, and joy," said Gerardo Robles, general manager at the Latino Cultural Center. "It's a traditional holiday that's celebrated in Mexico and Latin America; it has ties to indigenous roots. It's a very spiritual feeling, but also a healing process as well, because when you lose that loved one, you never quite fill that vacancy they le

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