Editor’s Note – Oh by Golly, Let’s be Jolly!
Tis the season to be jolly
Fa la la la la la la la la!
Spending time with great aunt Holly
Fa la la la la la la la la!
I’ll think of my border collie
Fa la la la la la la la la!
While I eat cookies AND cauli (flower)
Fa la la la la la la la la!
Well, I don’t think I should give up my work as a parenting magazine editor-in-chief to pursue a career in song writing. But I have put together this clever little ditty in celebration of our holiday-filled December issue. You know you want to sing along! Now, here’s what it all means:
Tis the season to be jolly – Of course, we all know that Christmas and Hannukah are a time of joy and celebration, but sometimes we lose that in the bustle of the holidays. We’re shopping and baking and cleaning the house and hosting parties. But Frank Emanuele reminds us of the magic and enchantment of the holiday season. Find out what he’s doing to slow down and enjoy by prancing on over to page __.
Spending time with great aunt Holly – Sometimes the wisest life lessons come from our youngest of citizens. 13-year-olds Mikaeel and Ella share their ideas for giving back this holiday season, and they ensure that you’ll feel good and benefit from doing it. They both suggest helping out the elderly or less-privileged in your family or in your community, and they’re leading by example. Here about the light they’re shining this season on page __.
I’ll think of my border collie – “In many homes around the holidays, the stockings hung by the chimney aren’t just for those of us with two legs. When we enjoy our favourite traditions with the ones we love, it only makes sense to include our furry family members in our celebrations too.” Our friends at Neighbourhood Pet Clinic know that the best gifts you can give your pets this season are safety, time and routine. Find out how to rejoice in your pet on page __.
While I eat cookies AND cauli (flower) – Cookies and wine and latkes, oh my! Tables are overflowing with goodies at holiday time, but don’t fret. Our favourite Registered Dietician, Jenn, is not here to tell you to skip all the yummy stuff. In fact, the words “Enjoy dessert” leave her mouth on page __. But she reminds us to be mindful while eating, and to fill our plates half full of veggies (like cauliflower!)
So fa la la your way through a holiday full of joy by delighting in your children, family, pets and traditions. Slow down. Start a new tradition by giving back. Eat healthy, but fully enjoy a few treats. And tell us how your family celebrates – we’d love to hear from you on Facebook and Instagram this month! No matter what and how your family celebrates, a very happy holidays from our jolly home to yours.
