It's not for everyone. [He can admit that.] Not everyone has a connection like that or wants to make one. But that's okay. We follow what makes us happy. Birthdays and mother's days are no less special. Probably more.

[He shrugs.]

It could also be that I miss it. It's been a long time and all. I usually get way more excited for día de muertos though-- and that was before all this, before you say it.