easter candy is really the peak of holiday candy... (and no, as a #Jewish person I have no specific sentimental attachment to it 😄 )

#holiday #easter #candy #opinions #takes #food

Pakistan pausing strikes against Afghanistan for end of Ramadan
Pakistan has announced a pause in strikes against Afghanistan, saying the decision was made ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr at the request of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/pakistan-afghanistan-pause-airstrikes-eid-9.7133287?cmp=rss

Holiday Movie Power Rankings

About 5 years ago (!) I posted my Holiday Movie Power Rankings. I still think that the list holds up. The biggest change I'd make is move A Christmas Story down a notch or two and move Elf up. As far as how much time I spend watching Christmas movies these days, that list would be replaced with Polar Express and the final 20 minutes of the Home Alone movies on repeat clocking in at the top. Having a 6 and 3 year old will do that.

https://danielandrews.com/2019/12/14/holiday-movie-power-rankings-2/

Holiday Movie Power Rankings – Daniel Andrews

About 5 years ago (!) I posted my Holiday Movie Power Rankings. I still think that the list holds up. The biggest change I'd make is move A Christmas Story down a notch or two and move Elf up. As far as how much time I spend watching Christmas movies these days, that list would be…

Well this is disappointing. Wonder what it takes to rename a holiday?

#cesarchavez #holiday

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/cesar-chavez-abuse-allegations-22081984.php

IN PHOTOS | Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Canada and abroad
St. Patrick's Day is marked annually on March 17, the traditional death date of Ireland's patron saint, and has become a celebration of Irish culture and heritage worldwide.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/st-patrick-s-day-photo-scroller-9.7132162?cmp=rss
How these Ottawans are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
Patrons at D'Arcy McGee's on Sparks Street celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music and dance.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7132346?cmp=rss
People in St. John's were celebrating St. Patrick's Day at the top o’ the morning
St. Patrick's Day is a time-honoured tradition in a place with deep Irish roots like St. John's. Doors at O'Rielly's Irish Newfoundland Pub were open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, where the celebrations are continuing into the evening. The CBC's Laura Howells was there.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7132318?cmp=rss