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[coraa]

Today (well, sunset tonight, which at this latitude isn't that long from now) is the first day of Hanukkah. It's also the day I get to open the first window on my Advent calendar. Mmm, chocolate.

We're going to see jmpava's mom today, whereupon I will make salmon and couscous and green beans and salad.

My mom sent us a bevy of cards: Christmas cards for me and jmpava's mom's partner (who are at least nominally Christian), Hanukkah cards for jmpava and jmpava's mom (who are Jewish). Since my mom is a fairly conservative Christian, I'm touched whenever she makes that gesture, since it's especially meaningful in that context. (She also sent us Rosh Hashana cards, earlier this year.)

Happy holidays, whatever you celebrate. (Even if it's "I guess it's December now" and/or Hogswatch.)

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[http://users.livejournal.com/greensleeves_/]

Mmm, Hanukkah. I need latkes. :9

Enjoy your holidays. :)

[rowr.livejournal.com]

I had to buy an advent calendar when I saw them for sale at Trader Joe's.. I used to love that tradition so much as a kid. :)

[eepmirva.livejournal.com]

Happy Hanukkah and Happy Advent! :o) I miss chocolate filled advent calendars... wanted to get an Advent wreath this year but can't justify the $$$ right now so am just enjoying the church's wreath! It's both free and HUGE! :o) What are you guys doing for Hanukkah?