What Holiday Traditions Do You Have?

What Holiday Traditions Do You Have?

We are Catholic and celebrate Advent and Christmas. However, my husband’s grandparents were Austrian Jews so there is Jewish culture in his distant background. We decided a long time ago that we would celebrate whatever we choose to – regardless of religion. Plus when we started adopting children we assumed we would need to be open to other cultural options.

In 2009 my daughter decided she wanted to be Jewish (age 4 at the time). Far be it from me to be a barrier – so we celebrate Hanukkah along with other holidays. I wish I knew more about Jewish celebrations – maybe someday. But in the meantime – at this time of year we are open to anything/everything and Hanukkah starts December 16th this year.

This is what we have used as for a Menorah for years. With my kids and dogs – real flames are not going to happen. As it is I use candles for the Advent Wreath and literally have to stand guard over it while it is lit.