So welcome back to Chico, CA, where Santa can be spotted...
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And, finally...
Happy Hanukah! Last night was the first night, and we've 7 more.
The word, "Hanukah/Hannukah/Chanukah...", Hebrew for dedication, can be spelled over a dozen different ways. So don't worry about misspelling it. Just partake in the food and fun.
In a world where intolerance and oppression thrive, we are wholeheartedly grateful for our freedom to worship -or not worship- as we choose. The Jewish people pray and work towards "tikkun olam," a healed world, one at peace. On Hanukah, as during many other Jewish holidays, we rededicate ourselves to this cause. We also rededicate ourselves to eating as many deep fried potato pancakes (latkes) as possible. Of course, I've even devoured chocolate chip latkes, but that's an acquired taste.
Thanks for visiting. Stay warm, safe, and enjoy the season.
At least the horse wasn't drinking!
ReplyDeleteAnd I got your book yesterday. It looks wonderful, Robyn.
Is that blue fellow in the Hanukah picture the Jewish Santa? He could definitely give some dieting tips to the Christian one.
ReplyDeleteThe Horse looks so festive, perfect for the holiday season.
ReplyDeleteThat tree one is awesome Robyn, all of these photos are just great, it's good things are getting festive. Enjoy your Hanukkah too!
ReplyDeleteI like the decorations
ReplyDeleteHappy Hannukah! Enjoy your holidays. Of course, we are always happy to see the town mascot in his finery.
ReplyDeleteHappy Hanukkah!
ReplyDeleteAround here everyone lets their blowups deflate during the day and plug them back in at night.
ReplyDeleteI am LOVING the Santa horse - - - as you knew I would.
The tipsy Santa is very funny, at least if you yourself don't happen to BE the tipsy Santa.
And Chanukah, I just don't know enough about that tradition to do more than admire the lighting of the menorah.
Happy Hanukah, Robyn!
ReplyDeletePS: About the chocolate chip latkes... chocolate goes good with anything!
Thanks so much, Alex. It's thanks to artist Robin Mead that the book looks spectacular.
ReplyDeleteGB, that's a little dreidle guy. He's lanky because all he does is spin around all day.
Tara, yes, it's keeping warm too. Smart horse.
YW, thank you. I hope you enjoy the season too.
Adam, tis the season for decorating.
Laurie, thank you. It took a couple trips to capture the mascot. It was hiding from the rain for a while. But I do my best to bring him back every month.
Ruth, hmm, people have interesting traditions with blow-ups. =)
Keetha, I posted the whole Hanukah story last year, but it seemed a bit much. Maybe I'll send it your way.
MsA, thanks. And yes it does.
xoRobyn
Love all the pictures they certainly made me smile! Absolutely adore the holiday season :)
ReplyDeleteRobyn I hope you enjoy your 8 crazy nights (to quote Adam Sandler). Your town mascot is about the best participant in your town pride as you could have. So how are chocolate chip latkes??
ReplyDeleteFun photos! Happy Hanukkah Robyn! Julie
ReplyDeletemy neighborhood has seemed to go a little hot air crazy this year...the blow up decor is taking over in a BIG way. There is a frosty as big as a house in one yard. Hmmm. Well. Happy Hanukah to you!
ReplyDeleteLovely post. I couldn't help but smile at the Santa shots. But my favorite was your words on Hanukah. To pray and work towards a 'healed world', a beautiful and important task for all no matter ones faith. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteLove the santa in the tree picture!
ReplyDeleteThe horse looks like he was only having light beer, as opposed to the alcoholic santa.
ReplyDeleteI think the horse cracked me up the most! Happy Hanukkah! Hope your weekend was wonderful!
ReplyDeleteChuck, it's a good combo of sweet and salty.
ReplyDeleteJulie, Happy Hanukah! Many delicious latkes to you.
Terra, I guess it makes sense they'd go hot air crazy in Colorado this time of year. It's so chilly. Happy holidays.
Nita, yes, thank you. It is, in fact, the core sentiment of many major religions (i.e., Peace on earth, Do unto others...). A great week to you too.
Yvonne, he's pretty cute, but I wouldn't trust him behind the wheel.
Pat, I think you're right. Maybe he should be Santa's AA sponsor.
Cheers, all.
xoRobyn
I think the horse would look better as a giant dradle but that is just me.
ReplyDeleteThese pics are too funny. Happy Holidays! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like Santa needs to do a little work building up his core. Too many glasses of milk and plates of cookies, I think.
ReplyDeleteHappy Hanukkah to you as well. Chocolate chip latkes - Up until today I always thought anything would be better dipped in chocolate, now I am not so sure. LOL - love the photos too.
ReplyDeleteLovely pix and decorations. Christmas is just around the corner, bet everyone's excited waiting for the day.
ReplyDeletePTM, but then it would need to convert to Judaism. If it's a he, conversion would involve, well, we won't get into that. He'd probably rather remain a Santa-Horse.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bee. Happy holidays!
Al, he needs some time with Jillian. Can you imagine Santa on The Biggest Loser?
Rhonda, I know it sounds wrong. But I think they're worth a try.
MamaT, it seems to hit so quickly year after year.
xoRobyn
Robyn when will you post a photo of you on the horse? Happy Hanukah my friend.
ReplyDeleteChocolate chip latkes? Get out of town!
ReplyDeleteLooks like someone needs to pour a pot of coffee down Santa's throat. :) I hope you had a Happy Hanukah!!
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