An important way to find your road to happily ever after is to ask yourself, ‘What am I passionate about?’ Making a list of what brings you happiness (including some things you used to really enjoy) will help point you in the right direction for the future.
That said, my column for the month of December showcases one of my answers: DECEMBER means CHANUKAH and Chanukah means…LATKES.
And I’m passionate about the joy latkes bring me. Here’s why:
We all know the tale that the Chanukah story tells
“The Jews beat the Syrians – but ugh! The Temple smells!”
They had to rebuild and worked hard to repair -
But when finished, only light for one day was found there.
The Jews lit what they had, turning it over to fate.
Then – a miracle happened – the oil burned for eight!
So, while outside sleigh bells ring, and we hear “Ho! Ho! Ho!”
We Jews light our eight candles for a December glow!
And because Jews are not wasteful and seeing oil’s clout
“Let’s fry potato latkes,” they said with a shout!
On fry pan, on oil, on potatoes and grater,
Let’s hear latkes sizzle – no waiting for later!”
Most years I make them classic, for me that’s a rule.
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Family hangs around the kitchen to taste while they cool!
Sometimes I’ll use sweet potatoes to surprise the crowd.
They grab from the platters, and I laugh out loud!
So why do I tell of this family fun,
This tradition that I share with everyone.
Because my road to happy is paved with that disc
A round latke brings smiles – the feedback is brisk.
Of course, there’s more on my happiness list,
But because it’s December, this shouldn’t be missed.
I’ll make them for family, for guests, or a school.
It makes me so happy – their hugs are my fuel!
And so, get started – write what brings smiles and laughter.
Make a list of your passions for your happily ever after!!
You’ll see the road clearly; your GPS won’t fail.
And you’ll prove that it’s not ‘just a fairy tale’!
Now it’s your turn. Be honest!
Happy Chanukah,
Loretta
loretta@coachingwithloretta.com
And.., I’m just sayin’,
APPLE SAUCE is the best choice with latkes!
