Dushka’s Favorite Poems: A Gift You’ll Treasure

January 6th, the day of Dia de Reyes, is a beloved celebration in Mexico. It marks a day when the Three Wise Men gave gifts to baby Jesus, blending religious significance with rich cultural traditions. This day is quite similar to Christmas, but it brings its own unique charm and practices.

On Dia de Reyes, families gather around the table to enjoy a special bread called Rosca de Reyes. This beautiful round bread, shaped like a wreath, is made even more magical because a small plastic doll is hidden inside. As the bread is sliced, the excitement builds until someone discovers the doll in their piece.

As a child, I remember this mystery and excitement vividly. There was this little girl whose tears could not be consoled because she wanted the doll to be in her piece. Her father, eager to make her happy, purchased a large bag of plastic dolls. While having a bag full of dolls might have seemed like a great consolation, it wasn’t as special or magical as finding the doll unexpectedly.

The thrill of finding the doll, the feeling of the hard, unyielding plastic as the fork sunk into the bread, and the moment of realization and exclamation are irreplaceable. Yet, poetry shares this same magic. It can be a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered, arresting you with its clarity and unexpected insights. Poetry is the perfect metaphor for these treasures because it can transport you to new worlds, evoke emotions, and offer solace or inspiration.

In a way, sharing my favorite poems is like giving you a bag of plastic dolls. While there is value in having a curated collection, poetry is often about the unexpected and personal connection. Giving you my favorite poems immediately could take away the joy of discovery. Instead, I choose to share them with you over time, as they come to mind, so that the experience of each poem can be as magical and personal as it was for me.

I invite you to join me on this journey of discovering and appreciating poetry. Each poem is a hidden treasure, waiting to be found. Let’s unravel the layers and let the magic of poetry touch your life in a meaningful way. Who knows? Perhaps one of these poems will become a favorite of yours, much like finding that special slice of Rosca de Reyes on Dia de Reyes.

Key Points:

Dia de Reyes is a cultural celebration in Mexico that blends religious and traditional practices. On Rosca de Reyes, a plastic doll is hidden inside a festive bread, creating a sense of excitement and mystery as it is sliced. Poetry, much like the hidden doll, can be a mysterious and magical discovery that resonates with the reader. Sharing poetry over time allows for the same excitement and personal connection as finding a hidden treasure.

By the way, if you enjoyed this piece, you might also like to explore other dimensions of cultural traditions and their significance. Each piece of cultural heritage is a tiny universe waiting to be discovered.