Happy Holidays!

Tomorrow night marks the first night of the Jewish holiday of Channukah. This time of year has always been a personal favourite. The lights, music, and celebrations always put me in a happy mood. Celebrating with family, eating amazing food does wonders to chase away the winter blahs brought on by the early darkness, cold temperatures, and layers upon layers of woolly clothing and bulky jackets.

The holiday of Channukah is also known as the festival of lights, and nothing beats standing around the Chanukiah with your family, lighting the candles, and singing the blessings and Ma'oz T'zur. For me, the holiday means eight days of parties, latkes, and dreidle games. Up until last year (due to her passing), I would also make the trek out to Hamilton and help our family friend Edna chop down and decorate her Christmas tree. This is something I will dearly miss. Seeing her tree all decked out in lights and ornaments was an incredible sight I will cherish forever.

So, in short, no matter what you celebrate, have a happy and healthy holiday season and a very happy new year. Keep you eye out for my announcement of the contest winners.