Marina's mother said nobody should fall in love in the dry season. In the dry season the naked arms of trees could grab a love-struck girl by the braid and yank her down, make trouble. Marina's mother ... read more

Only the official registration form on file in the archives and my now-aging memory can attest to Celestino’s entry in the 1952 contest, the year of his biggest loss. The neighbors only saw him carry... read more