Hanukkah 2015

last night was the first night of Hanukkah 2015.  It was also the same night that Obama spoke to the USA about the ISIS and other gun threats facing the nation.  I was struck that he did not repeat FDR's famous phrase "there is nothing to fear but fear itself" because while these threats are real I do not believe being afraid and sinking into fear and hate is the road we want to travel.  Lets stay open as we light the lights of freedom as they did so many years ago.  Lets celebrate our daily miracles and open our hearts to joy and love.
FYI.  I saw blue and white candy canes in Toronto, a Christmas dreidel and Hanukkah crackers.  What a blending of cultures.  But, it was fun and funny to see.
Peace on Earth....oh glorious future, come into my life, my heart is open.