The Moth The Moth Radio Hour: Menorahs, Presents and Palm Trees - December Holiday Stories
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Dec 17, 2024 In this heartfelt session, Peter Aguero shares a touching story about holiday gift exchanges with his mother. Tracey Segarra reflects on her complex bond with her Jehovah's Witness mother-in-law, while Steve Glickman lightheartedly narrates his disastrous attempt to escape a snowy Christmas. Dawn Fraser describes her family's Caribbean culinary traditions, and Bernie Somers recounts his comedic missteps leading to a first kiss. These personal stories weave together themes of family connection, cultural diversity, and the joy and chaos of the holidays.
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Magazine Gifts
- Peter Aguero and his mother faced financial hardship during Christmas.
- They exchanged symbolic gifts cut from magazines, finding humor and sadness in their situation.
Reconciliation
- Tracey Segarra and her mother-in-law, Rita, from different backgrounds, bonded over shopping and eating.
- A Hanukkah card caused a rift, but they eventually reconciled.
Fake Vacation
- Steve Glickman, heartbroken, planned a Christmas escape to Puerto Vallarta but lost his passport.
- He hid, pretending he went, and eventually found the passport in his closet.