Ruby Kraner-Tucci is a Melbourne-based writer and journalist.
When you strip both holidays back, the differences aren’t so different. Both traditions are about food, family and celebration. Both embrace connection, community and love.
It’s been five months since my dad passed away. Let me correct myself: It’s been five months since my dad died. I have to use that word – died – because my brain still refuses to believe it.
I went into the hospital knowing nothing about our healthcare system. Those three weeks taught me life lessons that will never leave me.