Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah
Today is Christmas Day and the start of Hanukkah, and I have a lovely story from each tradition for you to listen to sometime over the season. I can imagine that both stories may be enjoyed by everyone regardless of tradition.
Bone Button Borscht by Aubrey Davis and read by Barbara Budd on CBC Radio (Thank you Charlotte)
To Everything There is a Season by Alistair MacLeod, an abridged version read by actor Les Carlson on CBC Radio
Here in Ottawa, we are tucked in with family and friends, enjoying the music, food, laughter, and companionship of familiarity.
I hope that those who may be discouraged, fearful, or struggling will, in the words of my favourite historian, Heather Cox
Richardson, remember: “If it helps, Christmas marks the time when the light starts to come back.”
I wish you all the best for health, purpose, and moments of joy, beauty, and meaning with those you love and care for. Best and warmest wishes from our house to yours.
With gratitude, always, to all of you, Trudy
PS See you next year
With gratitude Trudy, for all you do to keep your followers entertained and learned. Thank you.
Merry Christmas and a healthy new year.
I hope you had a lovely Christmas Marilyn. Thank you for being such an encourager(not really a word) of my weekly blog. all the best. Trudy
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to you, dear Trudy and thank you for all your thoughtful posts:-)
Thank you for your greetings Sabine. I look forward to another year of observations. Best wishes, Trudy
Merry Christmas and Hanukkah to you Trudy. And may the joy and hope that accompanies the Solstice fill your spirit and refuel you during Winter’s quiet darkness.
Thank you for your kind words Helen. Christmas time is special. I hope you are well and looking forward to our brand New Year. Best wishes, Trudy
Yes, the light is returning and we have much to be thankful for despite the chaos and suffering. May the new year bring ever more light and peace. thank you Trudy xoxo
Thank you Janice. Christmas time was filled with love and family. See you soon in 2025. Fingers crossed. Best wishes, Trudy