Yesterday was the first day of Diwali. Our family lit 5 diya candles and placed one by the pictures of the gods and goddesses, one outside the front door, one at the temple shiva, one by the holy tulsi plant on the balcony and one by the front gate to the apartment complex. tonight we will light 11 candles. Wednesday is the biggest day for Diwali. Everyone has been getting ready by cleaning house, preparing sweets, and buying new clothes and gifts. People also light up their homes and shops with lights. The Old City is supposed to be absolutely beautiful. We are going to go there either tonight or tomorrow night to see the lights! The diya are made of little terra cotta dishes filled with mustard oil and then a small wick.
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