In this special holiday episode of Heidi's Lane, we are joined by two very special people in my life: Lauri, my mother and Matix, my oldest son! Today we dive into the intimate world of family traditions and the poignant dance with grief during the holidays.
My mom and I reminisce about cherished memories, like our lively Polish Christmas Eves and my dad's signature German chocolate cake. We laugh, share stories, and even shed a few tears, acknowledging the bittersweet absence of loved ones. 
I also explore how traditions evolve, especially in the tapestry of a blended family, and the importance of finding joy in simplicity. 
This episode is a raw, authentic journey through the joys and sorrows of holiday memories and traditions, inviting you to reflect on your own.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
5:00 Family traditions and why they are important
11:30 Appreciating childhood memories
20:30 The importance of creating new traditions
26:30 Adapting traditions to life's changes
38:00 Our Polish Christmas Eve dinner tradition
53:50 Choosing memories over materialism
56:30 Dealing with grief during the holidays
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