Gather 'round the fire and read about the holidays aplenty in the very near future
There's a reason why the upcoming weeks are collectively known as "the holiday season." It's rare indeed to have so many celebrations and traditions in a single month. For some of us, we think only of one, be it Christmas, Chanukah or perhaps only the end-of-finals boozefest, but there's much to learn about and experience in December.
When we give, when we help, do we ever ask ourselves why?
The holiday season often brings out sides of people that you never knew existed-perpetually grumpy and cynical friends start stringing up lights and singing carols, pretentious, film snob roommates whip out copies of Home Alone and siblings stop their relentless mocking just long enough to ask how you're doing.
Giving a little of ourselves
Get ready to add a ribbon to your extensive collection of cause-support flare: Dec. 1 is World AIDS Day and you should be wearing the Red Ribbon. The World AIDS Day organization says the ribbon should be worn "as a sign of support for people living with HIV and as a symbol of hope for the future.
What traditions/holidays do you celebrate? "Catholic traditions: Christmas, Easter, etc." "Every day that McGill gives me days off for!" "My birthday-and that's it." "Diwali, Christmas, Onam, Vishu, Easter and New Year's." "Eid, Ramadan and all breaks that McGill gives me!" Have you changed your celebration methods from what you were raised with? "No, I still do the same celebrations with the same family members!" "No, because there's nothing like tradition.
All work and no play make editors long for the holidays! See, we're regular folks, just like you. Asked and answered, the Tribune editorial board shares their innermost thoughts in response to the question, What do you want to accomplish this holiday season? Adam Myers, Sports Editor: "I want to spend some time with my good buddies - we're all going away together.