The Hebrew Month of Kislev begins on 25 Kislev or November 21, 2025. It's the ninth month of the Jewish calendar, counting from Nisan (as the first month).
As Americans, we think of November as Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday.
FYI, gratitude is expressed and practiced everyday in Jewish life. When we wake up, we recite the Modeh Ani prayer.
"Modeh ani l’fanecha, melech chai v’kayam, shehechezarta bi nishmati b’chemla, raba emunatecha"
It translates literally as “Thank You, I.” The point is that the very first word that comes out of our mouths should be one of gratitude. We often spend the rest of our waking day focused on ourselves, our needs, our work. So we want to ensure that we never forget to have the foundation of our day be “Thank You.” (Source: My Jewish Learning)
For the first time this year, we're having a roast. My hubby doesn't like turkey that much and even a small turkey breast has too much food for 3 people. But, I'm having a turkey lunch with a friend the Monday before Thanksgiving.
I'm feeling thankful, grateful and blessed this year for my family and friends.
