I just wanted to share a great joy I experienced this last week. One which continues to bless me. Recently, my Chanukiah (Chanukah menorah) which my Imah (mother) gave to me was accidentally broken. I checked Amazon and a found a beautiful "Walls of Jerusalem" Chanukiah. Unfortunately, I only had a week til Chanukah. I bought it on rush-order and hoped for the best. My heart sank when I discovered the estimated arrival date was December 12th--halfway through Chanukah.
Like a wanderer lost in the desert searching hopelessly and at the same time hopefully for water, I tracked the package every day until Friday. By then, it was in my town! I couldn't believe it! Still, I was worried that my package might remain in the post office for a couple days.
Despite my proficient and professional worrying (really, I should get paid for all my worrying), the package was delivered Saturday afternoon. I waited til dark and tore open the box. The Chanukiah was beautiful!! I have it pictured here. I absolutely love it! I cried. I don't cry tears of joy. But I did this time. I was so happy that I could light a menorah on the first night of Chanukah--and the following nights. I hadn't realized how much it meant to me until it was taken away. Now, it's better than ever.
Baruch HaShem.
Happy Chanukah and happy holidays, everyone!
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