Comments on: Love Thy Neighbor: The Jew Who Saved Christmas

By: V.V. Denman

V.V. Denman — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 02:27:20 +0000

Excellent thoughts. This can apply to so many of us, whether Jewish, Christian, or whatever. A nice reminder to think of others before ourselves. (even if it’s no fun)

By: Chrissie D

Chrissie D — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:42:37 +0000

I found this post by way of a FB link to the Practical Guide to Hanukkah Presents. Not Jewish but having worked for a Jewish guy years back, I will say there were many Christmas things I took for granted for years simply because I was never in the minority. I remember one day saying to him, “Gosh it must suck sometimes to hear nonstop Christmas music for weeks on end…and not have an equivalent for Hanukkah.” And last year I had a moment when I wondered what small Jewish children feel about Santa and the whole hoopla surrounding sitting with Santa/asking for gifts. Why did it take me until 33 to wonder that? Again – something I took for granted. It’s one of those weird places I find myself in — celebrating my holiday but being very aware of how overdone it can be. And to be honest and sensitive to Jews without pretending I have a clue.
This Jewish boss I referenced above actually did save my Christmas two years ago…I was laid off right before Christmas and very upset. He put out an offer for some temporary work in the new year and while it didn’t work out in the long run, I will never forget the generosity. He had his moments of being a real pain and my family knew it too but I made sure everyone knew that the Jewish ex-boss saved Christmas that year

By: A Practical Parent’s Guide to Hanukkah Gifts – Nina Badzin's Blog

A Practical Parent’s Guide to Hanukkah Gifts – Nina Badzin's Blog — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:04:26 +0000

[...] 1st Night: Family party! Last night the six of us went to Bubbe and Zaide’s where the kids got all kinds of fantastic toys and what-not from their grandparents and cousins. The kids loved every minute. HOWEVER, it’s beginning to look a little too much like Christmas. (Not that I have a hate on Christmas, as you’ll note in last year’s controversial post.) [...]

By: LetYourHeartBeLight

LetYourHeartBeLight — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 01:08:56 +0000

I think that this is a great post and couldn’t agree with the author’s sentiment more! From the other side, I am a Christian who married into a Jewish family. I changed my name but did not convert, and because of my last name many people assume that I am Jewish. I never feel offended nor feel the need to correct someone for wishing me a “Happy New Year” on Rosh Hashanah…in fact, I assume that the well wisher would indeed wish me a happy new year even if he or she knew that I am not Jewish myself. I simply respond “thank you, you too,” and I mean it! I look forward to reading more from this author!!