This wreath is on her powder room door. A special meaning for every day Kwanzaa means first fruits of the harvest. The celebration begins Tuesday, and continues for a week. Family, friends and neighbors gather to celebrate the first day of Kwanzaa. Joining together signifies strength.
People sip from the unity cup to honor ancestors.
Two of the seven candles in the kinara are lit. Everyone brings something good to eat to a feast, such as fruits or vegetables. All year long, people are encouraged to buy food right in their own neighborhood. It stands for hopes and dreams for the future. Corn is placed on the Kwanzaa table, one ear for each child.