From the Editor
Celebrations, festivals, rituals—the stuff of human experience everywhere. This issue marks an exciting new chapter with the launch of KidSpirit Online, a ground-breaking online magazine and community for teens. The international and multi-faith emphasis of this theme is a particularly appropriate way to mark our new online presence. KidSpirit now has the potential to reach
Summers at the Cabin
When it comes to my family’s cabin, tradition is the most important thing. We find ourselves there the same time every year, doing the same things, enjoying the same company. Every time we visit the cabin, we leave feeling completely refreshed. I don’t remember a year when we didn’t pack up and head out to
Is it Just as Important to Learn How Others Celebrate?
My dad steps out of the car, looks around at the surrounding stores, and grumbles. “I can’t believe how much this area has changed.” He sighs. “When I was growing up, this was an entirely Hungarian neighborhood.” My brother and I exchange amused smirks. Now it’s my turn to complain. “Seriously dad? We visit Grandma
Celebrating Diwali
The autumn sun warmed up my bare arms and legs. Looking up, I saw the turquoise sky and the ragged clouds. I walked to the other side of the terrace. The lakeside was adorned with milk-white, feather-like kaash flowers. The lake water was almost as blue as the sky, with tints of golden sunlight, gleaming
