The very first day of Channukah was without a doubt the most memorable. The L-rd, Blessed be His Name, answered the prayer of our hearts. My sister's husband, a sweet, godly man underwent a vital surgical procedure. Not long ago his health was suffering from several issues that required immediate and dangerous treatments. I'm glad to say that by Hashem's loving kindness, and mercy, he underwent a successful kidney transplant, and is quickly recovering. We feel so blessed that my 18yr.old nephew with the greatest love and honor for his father, made the decision to be the donor.
We also lit our menorah together with my other brother-in-law, and my sister via skype.
2ND DAY
We completed the project worked on for the past few weeks. Together with my husband, we designed and made a giant menorah.
3RD DAY
Made a trip to San Antonio, to visit the congregation Shearit Yisrael for their Channukah celebration. We were happy to see family there, especially my nephew Caleb whom was recovering from the procedure of donating an organ.
Caleb
4TH DAY
Went to Shabbat Service @ Zion. We were so blessed to be at the Shabbat Service and fellowship with others there.
5TH DAY
Made yummy latkes for breakfast. Went to Zion's Channukah celebration in the evening. The kids had an amazing time and really enjoyed themselves.
Singing @ Zion
Kids Playing with Dreidels
Matthew with his gelt
Everyone's Channukias
6TH DAY
Celebrated Channukah at home and had a talent show. Not only did we have lovely music, but we shared many laughs that night and had a truly memorable time as a family.
Reading from my siddur
Playing and Laughing Together
Pretending to be asleep
7TH DAY
Worked on project with the kids. We got the art supplies out and had a blast painting plates with Channukah designs. All I had to do is send one of my kids to get the paints out; and before I knew it, everyone was gathered around the table painting. Everyone at our house loves painting. =)
Chava's Creation
8TH DAY
We had our last celebration at home; lit the candles (tea light candles), sang, and read from my siddur. We made hot fudge sundaes and nachos. As an old tradition of our family, my husband gave each one of the kids a flash light which they enjoyed playing with, till late at night.
Tea lights we used when we ran out of the other candles
My Siddur
The kids get their flashlights
Waving the lights around
Playing outside
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