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Ruby Kraner-Tucci

Ruby Kraner-Tucci

Ruby Kraner-Tucci is a Melbourne-based writer and journalist.

Ruby celebrating Chrismukkah in 2005.

Why ‘Chrismukkah’ has come at the perfect time for my family

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.

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I thought I knew what grief was but now realise I had no idea

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.

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Ruby Kraner-Tucci with her dad, Joe.

My dad spent three weeks in ICU. This is what I learnt about our health system

I went into the hospital knowing nothing about our healthcare system. Those three weeks taught me life lessons that will never leave me.

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