The December Dilemma
As an interfaith family, it’s been fun to celebrate two
December holidays. But we are very aware of the focus that is spent on
Christmas compared to Hanukkah. While we plan many Hanukkah celebrations and
have great fun at synagogue, it is hard to ignore the plethora of Christmas
trees, Santas and Reindeer all around. Even at Sarah’s preschool, kids and
teachers are talking about behaving nicely to ensure a visit from Santa.
Recently, however, I’ve come to notice how broad Sarah’s perspective has grown
without much prompting from us at all. She is quick to tell her friends, child
and adult, that she celebrates Hanukkah. Recently, she even said to another
child, “families can celebrate all kinds of things like birthday parties or Hanukkah.”
I suppose that’s the best thing a parent can ask for – a kid who can recognize
difference and find it cool. Perhaps she can teach that same openness to us
all!
Happy Holidays!
Lisa
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