Aurora Anaya-Cerda Browse All Authors Famous Quotes by Aurora Anaya-Cerda People build altars to let their loved ones know they were missed, candles are lit to help guide them back to their home and some of their favorite items are set out to make them feel welcomed. I've made an altar in honor of my grandmother, setting out her favorite perfume. Aurora Anaya-Cerda health-news Marigold flowers are used for Day of the Dead because of their pungent smell. It's supposed to attract the spirits back on this one day they are allowed to return to visit family and friend. Aurora Anaya-Cerda health-news