This weekend marks a rare convergence on the calendar, as both Chanukah and Christmas arrive, and we would like to take this moment to extend our warmest wishes to all our readers of the Jewish and Christian faiths, as well as those who may not follow any particular religion, for a joyful and peaceful holiday weekend.
The eight-day Festival of Lights begins after sunset on Saturday, and Christmas Day falls on Sunday, with Monday officially recognized as a holiday.
As is often the case during long weekends, there will be numerous social events and family gatherings. It is essential, therefore, that each of us remains vigilant, not only for our own well-being but also for the safety of those we care about, ensuring that no one overindulges.
We are, of course, referring to the dangers of drinking and driving. With services like Uber readily available, no one should be behind the wheel if they have consumed too much alcohol. Hosts and guests alike share a responsibility to ensure that no one drinks excessively and that those who have had too much are not permitted to drive.
None of us wants to be faced with the knowledge that someone drank too much and failed to take action, potentially allowing a preventable tragedy to occur.
We hope all our readers enjoy a happy holiday weekend — but we urge you to do so safely.