I have to tell you that I always loved the Holiday season, but the most fun is the celebration of Chanukah!  After all, how many children do you know who would NOT love getting 8 presents?  Every night, we light the Chanukah candles to celebrate the time when there was only enough oil in the candle for one night… and the oil lasted for eight nights!!! Ofcourse, the celebration is the victory of the people, but the true reason for the holiday has been lost through the years. Today children gather round the Menorah to light a candle for each day as they get all excited about opening their presents.  One present is opened each night as the beautiful Menorah shines with the glow of the candles.

This holiday has become more important in these days because of the present giving in the Christian world…can you believe we have to bribe our children? We are only human after all! (and who doesn’t like presents?)

Which brings me to the true purpose of the “holidays”.  I personally think it is a time for family, for loving, for giving to those less fortunate and for being thankful for all we have.  I know I am.  Each year the time spent with loved ones is immeasurable.  Looking back at earlier holiday pictures is the perfect joy!

So, please take the time to let all  know how much they mean to you and how grateful you are to have them in your life.  I know I will…will you?  Please leave a comment on your remembrances of happy times!!!