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RDeeaadr ers, letter from the editor
This is the time of year for renewing beloved family trip on New Year’s Eve? Be sure to look at Weekenders for
traditions, or even starting new ones. where the parties are a short drive from here.
I remember growing up watching my Dad make Here in the Valley, we’ve got you covered with our
caramel popcorn balls that got wrapped in plastic wrap, special holiday section and gift guide, full of things to
tied with a bow and hung on the family Christmas tree. do, gifts to buy and places to eat. For a fun look into the
Visitors who came to our home during the holidays would world of beverages, we profile both a local distiller and
be given a popcorn ball as they left as a take-home treat. brewer. Those are just some of the interesting stories
we’re bringing you.
Another tradition we had involved burning a bayberry
candle on Christmas Eve – if it burned all the way down As you go about having fun with family and friends
before midnight that meant good luck for the coming this holiday season, know that we here at Indulge wish
year. Admittedly, we usually cheated, lighting the candle you the brightest, cheeriest of holidays and good health
early enough that it would have hours to burn down in the year to come.
before midnight! What traditions do you have to celebrate
the holidays? Share your stories with me, Linda@ Indulgently yours,
indulgelvmagazine.com.
Linda Doell • editor
If you’re looking for something fun to do, be sure to
check out the Diversions calendar and our feature story
highlighting family activities in the Valley. Up for a road
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