The Excitement of the Lottery and the Meaning of Christmas in Ukraine

The chapter discusses the tradition of the lottery at San Ilfonso school and the positive impact it has on children. It then shifts focus to a discussion about the meaning of Christmas in Ukraine during a time of war, highlighting the value of every moment and the incorporation of wartime themes into holiday messages. The chapter concludes with a tribute to the 19th century Ukrainian poet Lesya Ukranka and a mention of Norwegian Christmas traditions.