The Bright Lights of Christmas: How a Family Tradition Started and How It’s Going

by Tanya Agler

I have a confession to make. I love spending time searching for the perfect Christmas present for my family members and friends. It gives me joy to think about their personalities

and what they mean to me and try to find something for each of them that will be useful but also enjoyable. However, I do not love wrapping presents because I’m rather bad at it. My

mom once worked at a department store during the holidays and could turn out beautiful packages with ribbon and bows. On ...