We kicked off Hanukkah tonight with all the traditional trimmings. While Dan and Finley entertained themselves in the basement, I started shredding potatoes and onions for some latkes.
The boys came up once the deep frying began, but luckily our bowl of dreidels bought me some additional time to cook.
With the latkes keeping warm in the oven, we got our menorahs ready and sat down at the table.
As usual, Finley's favorite part of the pre-meal fesitivies is our singing of the prayers.
We gorged on potato latkes and edamame for dinner and Finley was an eager participant. For someone who is not an adventurous eater, it was quite enjoyable to watch Finley pick up the latke and just dive in!
Of course, as soon as I push record--Finley changes his tune and fails to cooperate. Alas, I thought it was cute just to see him in action. He realizes that he can see the movie/photo after I take it and his patience is pretty thin, thank you world of instant gratification!
When he was finished, he entertained himself with the wind-up walking dreidel while Dan and I finished.
Next stop on the Hanukkah train, PRESENTS! Since we are off to Virginia tomorrow, Finley got to open more than just one gift tonight...and by more than one, I mean A LOT. First up, a spot on gift from Finley daycare provider, Beth. A new guitar for our future rock star!
After jamming for a bit, he said two guitars and ran to get his other ax. Can you say "happy camper"?
Happy Hanukkah to all!
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