But I'm Not Jewish

So, both of my roommates are Jewish. As everyone probably knows it is Hanakkuh right now. My roommate Jaimee invited Erin and I over to her house on Friday night to celebrate. There were about 15 people and I was the only one who was not Jewish. But that really didn't matter one bit. I was completely amazed at the amounts of food they eat at dinner. At one point at the end of the meal there were like 6 types of desserts being passed around the table. I would pass a tray off and turn back around and another tray would be in my right hand. It was unbelievable. And the food was to die for. It was so nice to be around a family and a bunch of their close friends. It made me miss my family but I was thankful Jaimee had invited me over to her house. Holidays are not about the presents. They are about family and friends and being hugged and told how much you are loved. I always knew this but being here in California without my friends and family has made it even more clear to me.