Tag: Hanukkah
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A Letter to My Jewish Children at Christmastime
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Children, This time of year can be quite perplexing for our Jewish family. Everywhere you turn, the vibrant colors of Christmas—red, green, and all things shiny—are hard to miss. You might hear songs about Santa and holiday cheer playing on your devices (though I know you may not even recognize the…
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We’re Not Just Christmas Families. We’re Hanukkah Families Too.
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, during a drive, my 4-year-old daughter asked me, “Are we Christmas families?” Christmas families? What does that even mean? This holiday season, her fascination with Christmas is palpable. At the bank, she rushes to the Christmas tree, tugging my hand excitedly, “Look at the ornaments! And all the presents, Mommy!” At…
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This Hanukkah, I’m Focusing on the Light Within
Get Pregnant Fast As the Festival of Lights draws near, I find myself reflecting on last year’s Hanukkah experience. It was a time when I woke up feeling foggy and overwhelmed, reminiscent of the fried latkes that filled my kitchen. The candles flickered brightly, but I felt myself dimming. The holiday season is filled with…