The end of the year is always a magical time in my life. Everyone has the right to believe what they wish, and I will never diminish someone else’s beliefs. For Christians this season culminates with the celebration of the birth of Christ this weekend and I am thankful to say, Lord willing, I will be at the Candlelight Service at my beloved St. Martins-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church at 11pm on Saturday Night! Frigid temperatures or not, I will be there to celebrate the birth of my Savior. For my Jewish friends, which I have many, they are celebrating Hanukkah. I did some research so I would better understand the origins of Hanukkah, and I found out that on Monday evening of this past week, there was a beautiful celebration at the State House with the lighting of the Menorah. What a wonderful time of year!

No matter what you believe in, I hope each and every reader of this KellyGram will enjoy this holiday season with loved ones. Please stay safe and warm!