As a writer and journalist, one of the greatest gifts I receive all year long is hearing people's stories... And one of the greatest gifts of the holiday season is hearing stories of childhood memories, long-ago revels, and moments when suddenly, the whole universe seems coalesced in one united celebration...
Some of the greatest works in literature take place during the holiday season... Two of my favorites are "A Christmas Memory" by Truman Capote, "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry. As much as I appreciate these stories as representative of the yuletide season, I think I love them all the more because of the way they depict extraordinary miracles in ordinary life...
So whether you light a menorah or a star on a tree, here is a collection of tales from people who are now part of my personal holiday anthology... If you would like to share in the fun, please contact me here so that I can add your story... Enjoy!...
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