"Happy Birthday Chile!" Max and Bea keep saying. Today is the beginning of the Independence Day(s) celebration here. 199 years ago tomorrow, the Chileans decided to fight for independence from Spain. The official declaration of independence wasn't issued until 8 years later in February. Nevertheless, the 18th and 19th of September are major party days! Tonight we'll be going to the celebration kick-off in Viña. We'll go to the Fonda, which is an area with lots of food and drinks. Empanadas, shish-kabobs (anticuchos) and chicha (a sweet, strong wine) will definitely be on the menu! I'm looking forward to music and maybe even a parade!
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