What Really Happens on Hanukkah Night in our Orthodox Sephardic Jewish Home | Hanukkah Home Tour

[@brandiwitt1574]

I think I binge watch your videos just to hear you say “You are loved” and “You are enough”. I don’t ever get told that and rarely feel it so thank you.

[@Shoshi2048]

I am glad that you are here with us Brandi. I also agree that when Sara says this at the end, I have had tears many times. Know that you are loved! ❤❣❤

[@SimpleLifePortugal]

lol same thing here lol I've been on a week binge just to hear that soft voice saying this.. Sometimes it brings tears to my eyes. Love this channel much to learn about the religion but also from a KZbin perspective, the narration is sooo good!!

[@patriciablanton6243]

You are loved and are more than enough.

[@Shoshi2048]

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[@PamelaClare]

I feel exactly the same way. The blessing touches my heart.

[@johnfinnell758]

As a Catholic priest, I am deeply grateful for your beautiful presentation bc I love magical nights too!

[@frumitup]

Thank you John

[@jendyson6729]

Merry Christmas father John. As a Catholic I too really enjoy learning more about this religion.

[@grop66]

True words Father 🥰 merry Christmas 🎄 and a happy new year 🎆 here from Denmark 🇩🇰

[@notRCrosleyHacked]

Iam a Christian who loves the Jewish people and pray for the Peace of Israel. I am trying to learn Hebrew and Jewish traditions. My wife and are grateful for the blessings of God and the Jewish people. We are going to celebrate Hanukkah for the first time this year. We have been memorizing Psalm 91 and with tears praying for Israel during these horrific times.

[@amberjames3532]

Slightly off topic, but every time you speak on your traditions as a Sephardic family and make sure to mention your "Ashkenazi brothers" and how their traditions compare, it really warms my heart; just seeing the love and care you take to accommodate your spiritual family, no matter the sect, is really inspiring.

[@frumitup]

Awww thank you Amber🥰🥰🥰 I think it is important to say “we do this but also this is done” just for people not to think it’s my way or the highway!! : at the end of the day we are one big family 💕

[@gboneske]

@@frumitup it is appreciated.

[@AlexisTwoLastNames]

@@frumitupthis energy is definitely felt, even after watching only one video!

[@tomlatimer8164]

Dear Sara, I am not Jewish, not even a native English speaker. I'm a middle-aged Hungarian man, Tom, who really enjoys your videos. Thank you for giving me an insight into your traditions and life. You have a great family and you live a very nice life. I wish you God's blessing! Happy Hanukkah, BTW!

[@frumitup]

aww thank you Tom for your kindness:)

[@sashaamsterdam]

What a kind comment Tom. Happy Holidays :)

[@foxidius]

So I'm not the only Hungarian watching this! Awesome!

[@rosemarypalmer3577]

I am an American Catholic with Jewish friends. One friend and I have had many discussions on the differences and similarities of our religions. We also share our holidays when we can. Happy Hanukkah!

[@junejones5758]

I love magical nights, wishing you and your family a wonderful Hanukkah from our home to yours.

[@PamelaClare]

When my sons were little, we celebrated Hannukah, though we are Christian. I wanted my boys to have the message of religious freedom ingrained in their hearts. We have a lot of Jewish friends, and they were generous to invite us to the festivities. One even gave us a menorah so we could light candles at home. God is one.

[@cestriatherapy7832]

My grandmother was born to a jewish father and christian mother in mainland europe before the occupation of the nazis. My great grandfather passed when she was little and my great grandmother remarried another christian. I fully believe this is what saved my grandmother and aunt from the shoah. As a result however, I was never raised with any jewish traditions or culture. We weren't even allowed to discuss that we had jewish ancestry so I find your videos incredibly comforting and a link back to my lost culture. Thank you for this ❤

[@imsb3373]

I love magical nights. Lots of love from a Muslim sister ❤️

[@frumitup]

Awww thank you ❤️

[@potcake10]

I love Magical Nights, you are never alone. Life got busy over the years and we stopped lighting candles for Hanukkah. This year, after watching all your videos, I have decided it is time to get back to it. Menorah is out, candles are in, and we will be lighting candles tonight and every night. Thank you for reminding me what matters.

[@frumitup]

AWWWW if you could see me right now you would be seeing me balling tears of joy after reading your comment: you are the reason i made my KZbin channel : THANK YOU for being here :) May G.od illuminate your path all your life xoxoxo

[@yanr8405]

Let’s celebrate the great MIRACLES our GOD still doing!! I’m Christian and I love my Jewish family (you). You are so delightful, and peaceful to listen. Thank you for sharing your essence!! 💜 PS your daughters are the BEST helpers!!

[@julietadhiambo9472]

I wish I was a part of the celebrations, Happy Hanukkah day!

[@frumitup]

Awww thank you Yan, and you are absolutely right we celebrate the past the present and pray for the future G.od will give us :)

[@clarizamerritt9708]

Chag Urim Sameach

[@kathycampbell1977]

Sara, you have a beautiful family.....and I love magical nights also! Kathy from Pennsylvania 🥰

[@monicarainbird6638]

I love your videos. I am not Jewish but I am so grateful that you share your traditions with pride. Understanding others helps melt ignorance and creates hope that the world will become a place of love. Happy Hanukkah to you and your beautiful family!

[@frumitup]

You are so so right Monica ❤️ understanding brings closeness❤️

[@sylviaverar8391]

Hello Sara. I’m not Jewish but I love to watch your videos and learn about your Jewish rituals and traditions. Thank you for educating us. Your girls did a great job decorating. Happy Hanukkah 🕎

[@frumitup]

Thank you so much Sylvia to be here with and open heart ❤️❤️

[@spencerhanlin8625]

I'm so honored to be able to join your family for Hanukkah, even if it's only virtually through a video! Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful tradition with all of us! I am so happy to learn more about Judaism through your channel and gain a deep understanding of your rich and ancient traditions! Happy Hanukkah!

[@frumitup]

Awww thank you so so much Spencer 🥰🥰

[@dorianslover1199]

This video made me cry (which is probably not the reaction that is expected!) When you talked about your kids sitting/snuggling with their Dad while he reads to them reminded me so of my own childhood. My Dad always made a point of ensuring that he was home at 8 PM so that he could read a book to me. Even in the midst of tax season (my dad was a CPA), he was always home at 8 to read to me--even if he immediately went back to the office after. Those memories are so precious,and the fact that your husband is making those memories with your kids is truly priceless. My Dad passed away in 2019 of hereditary colon cancer, and memories like those of him reading to me took on such a deeper meaning. My prayer is that your kids hold onto those memories. Even if reading the picture book seems "lame," read it anyway. Hold onto those memories--those precious moments. Moments like that are reminders of the love and the bond between kids and Dad. May your kids build even more loving and precious memories with their Dad--and with you, their Mom, as well. 🙏

[@sarahross2441]

I love magical nights! My Jewish grandparents are in their 90’s. I’ve been telling my grandmother, who was raised orthodox, about your channel. She says it brings back good memories. She then shares them with me. Thank you for that. I hope you have a very happy Hannukah

[@frumitup]

🥺🥺 that is so beautiful 🥺🥺 Thank you for you and your grandmother to be here ❤️ PS please give her a big hug from me!

[@happydillpickle]

You are so lucky for your grandparents to still be around and that you have such a beautiful relationship with them. It makes me happy to read about your time together. I miss my grandparents so much! I know you are going to truly cherish those moments together. So beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@user-di5tt6kj8z]

I love unity!! I am a 71 year old Christian woman who loves the Jewish people, and I stand with Israel! I just subscribed and look forward to watching all your videos. You are a blessing! Blessings to you and your family. 🇮🇱❤

[@madhattersoriginal6258]

I love Magical nights. My grandparents were murdered in Auschwitz and with them my Jewish heritage. I was brought up Catholic but I feel misaligned. Your videos bring me peace and a close connection to who I think I am. God bless you for posting such beautiful videos. Hugs Kate in New York 😊

[@frumitup]

Awwww🥺🥺🥺 I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that In Judaism if your mothers mother was Jewish you are Jewish and your Neshama/ soul will always bring you home 🏡

[@madhattersoriginal6258]

@@frumitup Thank you for taking the time to reply and for your kind words. I have visited Auschwitz to pay my respects to not only my family but to the many who perished there. It was my father and his family, my paternal grandparents who were Jewish. My mother and all her family were Christian and British. Does that affect who I am in a different way do you know?

[@frumitup]

@@madhattersoriginal6258 hi again . for us of your mother is Jewish you are Jewish . It does not change that part of your lineage was Jewish 🥰🥰🥰

[@madhattersoriginal6258]

@@frumitup again Thank you. Poland at that time was a mess. So many missing family members so sad, no one to ask or answer my questions. Be well, know you are loved. Hugs Kate

[@Shoshi2048]

May their memories be for a blessing. Much love to you Kate! ❤

[@megalomusik]

Happy Hanukkah. Sarah! My Ashkenazi father lit his first candle tonight! He didn't even know he was Jewish until a DNA test a few years ago. He's lit his menorah ever since. We were born and raised Christian. But I love how he's embraced his Jewish heritage. Your channel has helped me represent him ever since. God bless!

[@frumitup]

I am so so happy it can help ❤️❤️❤️

[@babsr8479]

Happy Hanukkah to your Dad.

[@keilana6]

❤

[@ptrcnns1405]

Happy Hanukkah

[@karlagamic8469]

Hello! I'm interested in your story, how can you know with a DNA test about judaism ancesters, what is need to be found in the test to determine whether a person is jewish. I grew up catholic but I feel in my heart that I'm jewish

[@Belonging85]

Every time I watch any of your videos, something calms down in my heart, I couldn't be more thankful enough...Happy Hanukkah

[@frumitup]

Awwww thank you so so much YS ❤️

[@sms-balto]

I love magical nights. I am Catholic and our "magical nights" begin tomorrow (Dec. 24) at dusk when we light our candle lights in all the windows of our house. My parents were always very strict about observing the weeks of Advent preceding Christmas and I have continued this. Traditions are beautiful, especially when rooted in faith in G-d. Thank you, Sara, for sharing your life with us. G-d bless you.

[@chailattelicious]

I love magical nights I’m not Jewish myself, but I really enjoy watching your videos to learn more about your traditions. Thank you.

[@frumitup]

I absolutely LOVE that you are here with an open heart Lori xoxoxo

[@Alex-bu6xi]

Hi, Sara! Thank you so much for sharing your family traditions with us! As for your question about sponsored videos, I totally understand that creating content for YT is something that takes a lot of time and dedication from you, so I'm more than happy to know that you have some sort of benefit from it! As long as you feel confortable with, and that the brands respect you and your values, I'm happy to watch your choices! But as someone else commented, please be aware that we trust your opinions, so be mindful with the companies you partner with! :)

[@frumitup]

Hi Alex! I absolutely agree with you and this is why over the 100s of offer i received, I accepted none of them because there was not that feeling of I LOVE IT AND I CAN RECOMMEND THIS to my viewers because this is just not me. A lot of YouTUbers live from their KZbin so they need to have all these sponsors, I do not live off KZbin so i am very selective hence not accepting anythingI truly believe in. If SCrub daddy, a kosher brand i know or other brands i use and love would reach out i would perhaps say yes to them but out of nowhere brands is a no for me. I hope it reassures you that I do not take sponsors just to make money as this is not the goal of my channel:) PLEase let me know if you have more questions! xoxox

[@dekraliman9700]

i love magical nights ! Happy Hannoukka to you and your beloved :)

[@aurorarose2312]

I love magical nights. Thank you Sara, for everything! May you have a safe and blessed Happy Hanukkah!

[@dianapaventi]

I enjoy watching your videos and learning about the Jewish traditions and God's Word. I am a Christian and this makes the feasts come to life. Thank you for sharing your life with us. God Bless you and your beautiful family! Happy Hanukkah!!!❤🕎

[@DS-re4vs]

I am not Jewish, but I love magical nights! Your videos always bring a certain peace & calmness to me. May you & your beautiful family have a blessed & happy Hanukkah! ✡️

[@veehoggard]

Dearest Sarah, Your beautiful light has reached my heart. My amazing son is currently studying Judaism, and this video has been amazing in helping his understanding in what Hanukkah means to you all as a family. Many blessings to you and your family. X

[@amandaleigh9358]

I am grateful for finding your channel. So inspiring and uplifting, you’re a true blessing to everyone. I am not of Jewish faith, but it’s a beautiful way of life and I love learning all about it.

[@karlenedream7790]

This magical, holy night was so beautiful! Thank you for inviting us to share in your family celebration.

[@catherinegerdes7272]

I don’t think there is anything more priceless than the treasure of children and what a JOY to see them carrying on the traditions of your family! Beautiful home and beautiful job!

[@Rose_Bride]

Thank you for this! I began learning and practicing Judaism in 2015. It's amazing being able to see everyone's traditions like this. Even though we are all celebrating Chanukah, I notice that no two families celebrate it _exactly_ the same. There is always something that is done "slightly" differently, i.e. some step which has been adjusted for whatever family is celebrating it. This makes me feel a LOT better because I was SO afraid of doing something wrong. My daughter is 10 years old and SUPER excited about it all, and I'm grateful because when she was younger, it was hard for her to be around people who celebrated Christmas while she did not. But now she proudly tells her classmates that we celebrate Chanukah.

[@happydillpickle]

It's so good to hear your daughter is proud to celebrate Hanukah amongst her classmates who celebrate Christmas. Reading your comment brought back memories of when my children were small and one year decided to invite classmates to our Hanukah party and not understanding why some parents wouldn't let their children come. (they didn't practice any religion which prevented them from coming for any reason: they were just ignorant and made their ignorant reasons clear). That made me really sad and after that experience there were times my son would be so angry about being Jewish. I told him, it's not that you are Jewish that's the problem, it's that these people are ignorant because they refuse to learn! Tell your daughter from me Happy Hanukah and to never stop shining her light.

[@markitsche987]

I love magical nights! Happy Hanukkah to you and your family.

[@frumitup]

You too sweet Markit❤️

[@bonniemciver275]

I am not Jewish but I love hearing about the Jewish people and culture. The children's decorations are beautiful.

[@niteflytes]

I love magical nights. The decorations are beautiful. I’ve always loved the Hanukkah story and I thank you for sharing this magical time with us. And the food looks amazing!

[@Lucky4991]

I love how wholesome and close your family is! I am not Jewish, I am a Christian but it’s so nice to your family celebrating together! It’s sadly so rare to see! Thank you for sharing! God bless you and your family this holiday season and always Sara!❤

[@PROUDCANADIANGIRL]

You also mean the world to me Sarah!! Hanukkah is definitely my fave time of year. It’s when my whole family make the time to come and eat and truly just be with each other in a fun and peaceful setting as all of our lives can get so hectic. I wonder what everyone’s favourite food memory is? I have to say it was my moms latkes … 🥔 oh my goodness… so delicious. It’s only April but I will def be watching this video again later this year. You are so loved and thank you for all of your kind words and inspiration. You and your amazing daughters truly make us feel we are alongside with you chatting. I love 🕎 prep and magical nights Your Ontario friend and neighbour Jan 🇨🇦🙋🏼‍♀️🕎 💙 Ps, a really great jewish boy band that your kids might love is #six13. Every song celebrates Jewish life and tradition.

[@jwiki1]

I love magical nights! I wish that the Jewish people were not persecuted so much. I am grateful that Jerusalem is now (even if just symbolically) the capital of Israel. This is where it should’ve been all along. I am also grateful that you are here to tell us of all your traditions and the story of Hanukkah. ❤

[@lilliancobos5508]

I love magical nights!! I'm seeing this video for the first time (11/09/2023) and so excited for you and your family as Hanukkah 🕎 is just around the corner; only one.month away! Your Hanukkah home decor is just stunning and your home has the a most beautiful, peaceful ambience. G.od bless you Sara Malka and your precious family ❤

[@gmcconcord]

I love magical nights! So grateful for my Father in Heaven’s tender mercies. At Christmas I love sitting by the fire listening to Christmas piano music and reading. Such peace! Such warmth. Such love. Thank you for sharing Chanukah with us! ❤️🔔🎁

[@frumitup]

i love how you enjoy your evenings:) MAy you enjoy every one of them in peace and Harmony :)

[@TinaHooper-hq8lu]

What a wonderful video! I enjoyed it so much. As a Christian I knew a little about Hanukkah. You taught me even more about this miracle. Your girls did a great job decorating. The cocoa bar is a nice touch. Thank you for all that you do.

[@frumitup]

Thank YOU Tina to be here with me ❤️ stay safe and blessed 🥰

[@michellericci497]

I love magical nights. Although I am not Jewish, I love learning about differnt cultures. I enjoy your videos because you do a great job of explaining things.

[@diannanoe9017]

Standing up for beliefs and truth against all odds has much significance for these days ahead.

[@frumitup]

Absolutely!

[@lc974]

Your daughter's did an amazing job with the decorations! Thank you for making these incredible videos.

[@frumitup]

You are so welcome! and thank YOU for being here my sweet friend!

[@johannaprice7089]

Shalom Sara and all! You are not alone, I love magical nights! Like you and your family, we celebrate Hanukkah and love this beautiful season. I love watching your videos and leaning how you celebrate, honor and worship the Most High Elohiym. I pray Shalom to you, your immediate family and your online KZbin family! Happy Hanukkah.

[@frumitup]

Chanukah 🕎 sameach my friend ❤️

[@Deep_Blue_Sapphire]

Such a beautiful holiday with a deep meaning making it such a special and magical time. Girls, you did a wonderful job decorating! Happy Chanukah to you all.

[@Finnv830]

A Christian in Montana wishing you and your family Happy Hanukkah! I love magical nights! ❤

[@lahdaydah]

I love magical nights! I watched this on 4th night as my candles burned down. Thank you for explaining your oil menorah and minhag, it's always a pleasure to share a chag, even virtually!

[@frumitup]

You are so right! It’s lovely to share a chag❤️❤️ Chanukah 🕎 sameach my friend 🥰

[@h1ghd3s3rt]

Hello lovely Sarah- I love magical nights. I, like others, am not Jewish, but I appreciate so much learning about your traditions as you share your life and religion in such a humble and thoughtful way. It is clear you are a special person and woman.

[@frumitup]

🥹🥹🥹thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@naddinayazell1414]

Both my mother's parents were Jewish but my mother married my papa who was a Catholic he insisted that we were raised Catholic! My mother had converted But she always told me in her heart she was not Catholic, She did that for my father.So I got bits and pieces growing up from my mother but feel like I missed out on that life, the life I should have been brought up with! Now at the age of 65 I am trying to learn! I love watching your videos I feel God's presence Very spiritual Thank you

[@frumitup]

Awww ❤️❤️Thank you ❤️❤️ On a side note, For us, if your mother before she was pregnant with you she was already Jewish you are Jewish. Welcome home Naddina 🥰

[@sayee3]

Thanks for explaining so well. I am a Hindu from Kerala. We have a Jew community in our city.

[@hannahjohnson4582]

The kids did great work decorating the house for Hanukkah! It looks so cute and festive! 😍

[@chloeveneneux3901]

Happy Hanukkah! I cannot thank you enough for creating this video and sharing not only the light of the holy miracle with the world but also the warmth and love of your family’s celebration of it.

[@frumitup]

Awwww merci mille fois Chloë❤️❤️❤️

[@margarethenry5639]

Thankyou Hannelei. It,s my 64th birthday today and your loving message touched my heart. Toda reba. 😘 Meggi

[@sarahjndonovan]

Sara, I love watching all your videos, especially your cooking! Everything you make looks delicious. Thank you for praying for all of us when you light your Hanukkah lights! That made me teary. I’m a Christian and I love magical nights, too! ❤️

[@carolszelestei388]

I love magical nights. I'm not Jewish, but I enjoy your channel, because I love learning about other customs and traditions. Also, you have a very soothing and pleasant voice.

[@wendyclark4885]

Dear Sarah, thank you for blessing me each time I listen to and watch your amazing videos. This Chanukah one helped me with my Chanukiah lighting. May the L_RD Bless you and your family this holiday season more than ever. Chag Urim Semeach. Wendy

[@frumitup]

I am so so happy it helped you ! Chanukah 🕎 sameach ❤️

[@karlagamic8469]

I love magical nights!! 🕎✡️ I'm learning about judaism, I want to convert, I grew up catholic, but at some point in my life, Hashem called me back where I feel I really belong to, judaism. Thank you Sara, it's always a pleasure to listen to you. All the Blessings for you and your beautiful family 💛🌻

[@Rev14.4]

Thank you for making this video. I read about Israel currently celebrating it and wanted to know more about its history. It is a beautiful way to remember God as a family. Israel will win this war because God is on their side. Blessings.

[@amandawilliams5525]

Thank you to you and your family for sharing your time with me. You videos smooth me, and always, always make me smile. I feel lighter and more at peace after watching. Your girls are very clever with their decorating, what fun! Beautiful traditions and wonderful memories. I love magical nights.

[@RiannaNicole]

I love magical nights! I was visiting my grandma last week and it truly felt magical to be there (she has cancer, by the grace of God, she’s in amazing spirits, and in very good physical condition, for both age and things considered). May God bless you and your family Sara, and happy Hanukkah!

[@frumitup]

May your beautiful grandmother 👵🏼 be blessed with a long life filled with magical and uplifted spirit ❤️❤️❤️

[@ziggystardust8584]

I'm a teen girl who wants to convert to Judaism and seeing this video was a wonderful insight of Jewish traditions. Thank you for the videos. Happy Hanukkah ✡♥

[@frumitup]

Thank you ❤️ for your kind words Chanukah Sameach!

[@summerrose4461]

Hi Sara, I discovered that I have ancestry that were Ashkenazi Jews, on my mom's side. I was so delighted to watch your videos. It's wonderful that the Jewish community is allowing us to see what goes on in you home and during holidays...blessings to you and your family

[@jannisbarriffe8534]

This is a great way to bring closeness with the family and to teach them about the importance of GOD in our lives.

[@frumitup]

I agree Jannis ❤️

[@gwonder6549]

Thank you again, Sara. You bring me peace in a difficult time. May your life be blessed with light and miracles ✨️ Happy Hanukkah to your beautiful family!❤️

[@frumitup]

I really hope all your challenges will be turned into blessings : stay strong my sweet friend xoxoxox

[@gwonder6549]

@@frumitup thank you so much❤️

[@Dexy83]

I never knew why Hanukkah was celebrated for 8 days, or the meaning, really. I got chills when you finished the story about the oil lasting exactly the amount of time it took to make a new batch! Then I LOL about the silly putty. 😂 I find myself editing my comments as the video progresses. 😊 The kiddos did a great job! Looks beautiful and festive. I ❤ magical nights!

[@JishinimaTidehoshi]

I love magical nights 🤗 Thanks for spreading the joy of this holiday through your video. Your kids did a cute job decorating your house by the way. ✨

[@nemo7782]

I love Magical Nights! Here's hoping the lights of this season can include all people of all faith paths. Thank you for a wonderful video, Sara!

[@frumitup]

Amen Nemo ❤️❤️

[@deborahbenjamin4490]

Such a beautiful celebration, thank you for sharing it with us! We may not know each other, & I am not Jewish, but I admire you and we share a love of God. Happy Hanukkah to you and your family! 😇👌💕 🎉🎉🎉

[@julieroyce4497]

I love magical nights! Your children did a wonderful job helping out and your husband has a very melodious voice while praying. God Bless!

[@tanyagarcia3721]

I love your two kids. They're so cute and they did a great job with the decorating. You and your husband are so blessed to have each other and your kids

[@riverguru27]

Absolutely beautiful way to celebrate the first night of 🕎 Hanukkah! Blessings to you, your family & everyone watching and may all enjoy a blessed holiday season!

[@msmw6159]

I love magical nights! Your children did a beautiful job decorating! It was lovely to hear the prayers and to learn so much about this celebration.💓

[@frumitup]

Thank you so much! I am so grateful you are here:) xoxoxo

[@msmw6159]

@@frumitupI am glad you're here, too! 😘🤗

[@Tallulah-belle1980]

I also love magical nights… I am not Jewish but once worked for a Jewish family, while I did not enjoy the work, I loved what I learnt about the religion. It was over twenty years ago but I have always been drawn to the Jewish religion since.

[@QueeneAllie]

Thank you for your videos. I love seeing how winter holidays are so similar: candles, family love, great food, time together. Thank you for your gentle voice, and insights into your faith and life.

[@marykoufalis7666]

I love magical nights. I am a Greek Canadiam born and raised in Montreal. My whole life I grew up and continue to live in the midst of one of the most popular Orthodox Jewish neighborhoods in all of North america, Outermont and the Plateau. This has made me love and appreciate my Jewish neighbors and all their traditions. I adore your channel because it is giving me an even more detailed look into your lives. Thank you for sharing with us and I love how much I am still learning after all these decades of being surrounded by my wonderful neighbors.

[@susanharris8626]

Jewish neighbors are the best.

[@frumitup]

I am so so happy Mary the videos can help you understand us a bit better🥰🥰 Thank you to be here with an open heart and such kindness❤️❤️❤️

[@frumitup]

You are so kind Susan: thank you ❤️

[@Datznet]

Thank you for your wonderful video and Happy Hanukkah! I am from Berlin, and it struck me that your dessert, the marmalade filled donuts, are exactly the same as we here eat every day, in the rest of Germany especially at New Years eve, and know as "Berliner". This is also the root for the joke that JFK's famous "Ich bin ein Berliner" means "I am a fruity doughnut" because "Berliner" can mean a person like I am, a man from Berlin - or the delicious dessert you made!

[@frumitup]

Thank you Sascha for teaching me something new today about JFK ❤️ Stay safe and blessed M Berliner ( from Berlin and a treat!!!)

[@Datznet]

@@frumitup Thank you so much! You sweeten my day with your videos regularly already, but now your lovely message surprised me with the next dimension! May God bless you and your wonderful family!

[@MsSweetpea1958]

Thank you for this in depth look into Hanukkah and explanations of rituals and details. I am Christian but have become very interested in the Jewish life and traditions. Because of modesty (understandably) other channels do not show as much of the details and up close look at the activities, table and decor...which I must say is BEAUTIFUL in your home! What a magnificent job your girls did in the decorations and table! Well done! Showing the detail and why you use the flower candle wick and spreading the ends taught me new things and I agree, I would do the small extra effort too for the flower. I enjoyed learning dreidel and it's history, the story your nice husband read and his prayer reading was appreciated. The hot chocolate bar and small gifts looked amazing and the chocolate coins are fun! Thank you!

[@sigampod]

Wishing you the happiest Hanukkah, sending warmth and happiness from my home to yours. I am not Jewish, I was raised pagan. We’re celebrating the first day of Yule on Wednesday, we’ll sit together in the darkness for a while and reflect on the year that has passed. We then slowly welcome the light back by lightning candles over an hour or so, just as the sun will slowly return and illuminate the earth again. I hope you have a peaceful and healthy 2023. Love and light ❤

[@frumitup]

Thank you for your kind words and teaching me about Yule❤️

[@catlady6463]

I’m not Jewish. I am a Scottish Pagan and live on Scotland’s north east coast. While yours is not my faith, I love how calm and genuinely happy you all seem. I love hearing about other faiths and I just felt really peaceful and happy watching this video. Thank you for sharing your life.

[@cynthiar7350]

I remember this Bible story as a child in Sunday School & learning about the Miracle of the Oil. Your home is decorated beautifully. Children, you have a talent for holiday decorating; napkin placement was striking.

[@cherylnelson5792]

The preparations were so well done. Leah and Naiomi are doing so well. Their eye for style is marvelous. Love those unicorn slippers!

[@dwilson7857]

When I was a preschool teacher we had some Jewish people in the community. I included Hanukkah as one of our weekly themes. When the kids were all gone from class I decorated the bulletin board with a big Menorah and their names in the flames. When they came down the hall the the Jewish girl in my class lit up, yelled It's for me! And literally hugged the bulletin board. I will never forget that and I hope she felt that included through the rest of her years of school.

[@rebeccanichol]

What an interesting tradition! Thank you! You are so right about how important it is to stand up for what is right and true. I love magical nights.😊🕯

[@frumitup]

aww thank you so so much Rebecca ! YOU are a righteous person : I love it! xoxox

[@naumche1]

I love magical nights! Thank you so much for the information. I’ve always found Judaism to be fascinating. I think it’s wonderful that so many have kept their religious traditions especially when living in a secular world. It’s not easy.

[@KellyS_77]

I love magical nights! And I love the story of Hannukah, even though I'm not Jewish. I think miracles still happen today thank God.

[@db54448]

One of the most beautiful videos I have ever see. To see such love,closeness and devotion is so heartwarming. You have softened this sometimes very hard world.

[@frumitup]

Awww 🥺🥺🥺🥺 Thank you so much Eva❤️❤️❤️

[@dee_ewell_pierce]

I learned more Hanukkah from this video than I have the past 10 years! Thanks Sara!

[@frumitup]

Awww Dee: you made my day ❤️❤️

[@marieorourke867]

I love magical nights! What a blessing to see the meaning of The Holiday. Thank you for sharing this wonderful time of the year for your family with us. Happy Hanukkah 🕎

[@user-wi3sv8co8c]

חנוכה שמח מי מני עלייך לכול המשפחה

[@frumitup]

AMen : Chanukah SAmeach as well sweetie :)

[@frumitup]

Happy holidays sweet Marie :) xoxox

[@karlakh]

I love magica night and you showing how living a life in faith isn't just a drudgery but something joyous even if it require a little thought and bother.

[@Grace-wf4ix]

✝️❤️✡️🕎. I LOVE MAGICAL NIGHTS. YOUR CHILDREN DID SUCH A LOVELY JOB DECORATING FOR HANNUKAH.

[@innatozakian9724]

I love magical nights. ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🥰

[@f.frederickskitty2910]

I love watching your videos. It reminds me of childhood spending holidays with my Bubbe and Papa. 🕎❤️ I LOVE MAGICAL NIGHTS ❤️

[@sashabelle728]

I love magical nights. They make such wonderful memories for the participants. :) Our children are married adults and don't live close to us. Memories are a wonderful thing.

[@janetgraf905]

Thank you so much for sharing the film of how you celebrate Hanukkah and in explaining the why,what, and who of the celebration. I am a Christian, so we celebrate another holiday of light. I am impressed that Hanukkah focuses on G*d and his provision now and always. Christmas is not always celebrated with this same focus and care. We are all thankful for nights of miracles.

[@larissatom6910]

I love magical nights. The “kiddos” decorated your home beautifully and the pajamas were so cute. Happy Hanukkah 🕎 💙 🕯

[@frumitup]

Thank you Larissa: Chanukah Sameach ❤️

[@coastalfarmhouse1820]

Thank you so much for all the information and descriptions of what happens during Hanukkah and why. I never knew that about the dreidel game. I am Christian and learning about the Jewish people really helps me understand the Old Testament and Israel. Love your channel.

[@frumitup]

Aww thank you so so much for your kind words 🥰 THANK YOU for being here with such an open heart ❤️

[@heavenlane570]

Happy Hanukkah!! This year in school my sons teacher educated the children on Hanukkah and was given an assignment to make a dreidel and then play it with the family. My son loves games and it is now a family favorite. He is one gifted dreidel player! Lol

[@frumitup]

That is so cute!!

[@emilyhunter666]

Though I was raised Christian, I don't have a deep affinity with any religious teachings anymore. Too many times I was left with more questions than answers after seeking guidance from various religious figures in my life. But you explain things in ways that make it so easy to understand the intricacies of Judaism and for that I thank you. Because of your channel, I have a deeper understanding of Judaism and can put more realism into the various stories I've written, borrowing characters of the Jewish faith from popular culture.

[@frumitup]

I am so happy it could help you❤️❤️

[@jeniphirtaylor-mcintire81]

I love magical nights! Thank you for sharing this festive time of the year with us, Sara! I adore the childrens' matching pj's and the decorations are absolutely beautiful--they did a lovely job bringing the brightness of the season to these dark winter nights. It is my wish that you and your family enjoyed your celebration of Hanukkah and your time spent together. Chag semeach!

[@Charlgiorda]

So grateful for how much your channel has taught me! Wishing you all a happy Hanukkah from London! ☺️

[@JanetLloyd-eg6in]

I have just come across your videos and find them so interesting.. I am learning so much them. Being Christian I serve the God of Abraham Isaac and Jacob. His people are my people.. Thank you so much.... Your voice is so very calm.....

[@AdaraBalabusta]

I ❤️ magical nights! The girls did a lovely job with the decoration! Happy Hanukkah! ❤️✡️🕎