The Era Of 8 Hanukkah Presents Is Over In My House & I Feel So Free
Briefly

As a parent, I felt the weight of responsibility for gifts during Hanukkah, trying to find the perfect balance between toys and necessities, yet it was often a thankless task.
Each year, my older son managed to find my hidden gifts. It seemed like a never-ending cycle of hiding and re-hiding, which added to my stress.
Now that my children are older, I no longer carry the burden of hiding and choosing presents. This transition has brought me a sense of relief and newfound freedom.
I used to meticulously wrap each gift, only to see it torn open in seconds. The effort seemed futile, but during Hanukkah, it was about more than just the presents.
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