Channukah Time!

Channukah Time is here! I've never been more sure of it! It is evident the Channukah spirit is in full force. Decorations and menorahs are everywhere! I've never experienced anything like it! Then again, I've never lived in part of a Jewish neighborhood as I do now.

The tell-tale sign is the aptly-named Mitzvah Tank that drives around my neighborhood and New York all day long, spreading the Channukah cheer. The Mitzvah Tank is clearly a Jewish party wagon. It is an RV decked out in colorful banners and fixed with loud outdoor speakers that boisterously play Jewish Channukah carols over and over. On top of the Mitzvah Tank is an electric light-up menorah, signaling how deep into Channukah we are. It is driven by two Chassidic gentlemen. Who knows how many people are in the back partying it up?!

The guys drive around all day long celebrating their holiday. They have been sighted all over the city! I've never witnessed such enthusiasm! The Channukah spirit is rampant and has infected me. I've never wanted to celebrate the Festival of Lights so much in my life! It's too bad these guys don't know how hard baby Jesus parties. Now baby Jesus knows how to celebrate! It keeps me coming back every year, and I'm afraid that even with eight nights to compete with Christmas' one, Channukah does not hold a candle to the birthday of baby Jesus.