I love the celebrations that take place this time of year. I love the pretty dishes that are set out on tables to eat delectable food. Christmas dresses and foods rich in color are entrancing. I love the lights that are all sizes, shapes and colors. It really does make the world a little bit magical.
I also want to understand what other's celebrations are all about. As a Mormon we celebrate Christmas.. Mary, Jospeh, baby Jesus and all. But we have kids of many faiths and beliefs in our home and are interested in their traditions too.
One year Jenna was dating Brian, the local Lutheran minister's son, and she was friends with a Jewish girl, Allison. One night as we were all gathered in the kitchen I asked Allison why those of her faith light a candle each evening for Hanukah.
"Is it because you are waiting for the Savior to come?" I inquired.
She quickly replied, " No, I think we believe He already came."
Jenna, Brian and I laughed a lot and let her know that indeed those of the Jewish faith are still waiting for the Savior to come.
She simply said, "Really?"
"Don't ask me I am a bad Jew."
When we come to understand that we can find common ground with each other and laugh together it makes the celebrations of life no matter the season, Magical.
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Still one of my favorite stories of all time. Love that Allison.
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