A Celebration of Light

Here at SoulMakes we celebrate Chanukah! Every year I like to do a little Chanukah shoot with lots of SoulMakes creations, paying homage to my heritage. Although Chanukah's religious significance is much less than many of our other Jewish holidays, Chanukah isn't often recognized the way many other religion's holidays are, so it feels important for me as a Jew to share this festival of lights with everyone. You can learn more about this celebration here! This year our holiday starts on the evening of December 6th, tomorrow!
There are so many holidays and celebrations in the month of December, for every religion! Whatever you celebrate this season, do it with a grateful heart! Spend time with family and friends and be present in these occasions that bring us together in honor of love!
Happy Holidays everyone!
Love,
MacK Marst

Mom's House

We had the most wonderful Thanksgiving this year! Thanksgiving fell on the second night of Chanukah, so we celebrated both! My mom cooked the most delicious dinner for us, with latkes, asparagus, stuffing etc. She arranged the most lovely table settings too, with gelt (chocolate coins) at each place mat, and colorful linens. I love her house. It's so open and there's some really beautiful large windows that let light stream in during the daytime. There's always the most amazing sunbeams running through her living and dining room. When I think of mom, I always think of sunshine. She hangs little prism crystals everywhere, which cast dancing rainbows all about the walls. There's potted plants, colorful flowers and tons of trinkets decorating her space. She really knows how to create a bright and happy home. We were so happy to spend the holiday with her, my step dad and my brother! We ate some great food, exchanged gifts, lit candles and enjoyed each other's company.

I hope you all had a lovely holiday as well!

Love,

MacK Mars

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