I'm Jewish, It's Hanukkah

Hey. Are you excited for Christmas? Dad's in the kitchen,

oil popping loud. Latkes on a plate, smoking a cloud. Candles in a

row, match strikes twice. Eight little flames in the winter time light.

I grab my coat, step out the door. Before the stairs

I hear once more. Big smile, bright eyes, friendly cheer.

Like there's only one answer this time of year. Are you excited for Christmas?

I hear it again. I say, "I'm Jewish, it's Hanukkah."

Real slow like a friend. Same cold weather, same winter break. Same December nights.