Hispanic Pictures Dominoes
La Plaza� Guy Time�

Hispanic pictures Dominoes brings you this month a typical Latin American tradition...Who has not seen men in the neighborhood corners of Hispanic culture countries playing domin�?

On a hot sunny afternoon, I strolled by the Plaza of Rinc�n, Puerto Rico and noticed the men in this photo playing dominoes. Only the sounds of shuffling and connecting of dominoes could be heard.

Their quiet, stoic, patient demeanor struck me as something from another era. It was a peaceful moment in time in which men were being men, playing dominoes, at the plaza, enjoying guy time while staying cool under a shady tree!

The ritual of men playing dominoes can be seen in big urban cities as well. The men bring a square table and their game to the sidewalks of city streets. Usually near a bodega, where the proximity of a cold "cerveza" keeps them cool on a hot steamy summer day.

Whether it's at the plaza or the sidewalk, it's about getting outside, connecting with friends, and staying cool!

Plazas throughout Latin America often serve as the core of the city combining governmental and historical buildings, churches, shopping, and a place to meet and relax.

Gatherings of family and friends in the Plaza, where men play dominoes and women listen to local chismes is a great Latino pass-time.

Debra Del Toro-Phillips is a photographer and Hispanic entrepreneur. This Hispanic picture Dominoes is available on a Cult�rame greeting card, making it a special gift for a loved one.
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