Happy Hanukkah 2011

Happy Hanukkah 2011.  David remembered a little more of the blessing this year.  Baruch atah adoni, elohanoo melech ha olum.

He remembered the shamus to light each candle and he never forgot what night it was.  Of course, would you forget if you got a gift every night.

Speaking of gifts - we got a piano for the family.  Summer is learning how to play again, using YouTube. David is taking lessons - complementing his violin lessons.

It is wonderful hearing music in the home.  It is the sound of family (during Hanukkah and throughout the year).

We also played dradel and David loved the Hanukkah gilt - once again, how many kids do you know that would turn down chocolate candy coins (any time of the year).

It was a wonderful ritual - that carried over to our trip to the Grand Canyon (see next posting).

Best wishes - we are healthy, happy, and together - there are few more valuable blessings.