Join Kim Wardlow, your host, along with the Aftersight team in the first episode of our 8-week holiday series, "Home for the Holidays." As we kick off the season, the team shares their unique holiday traditions, favorite songs and movies, and the cherished memories that bring warmth to the season. From nostalgic ornaments to the art of making tamales, you'll hear stories that highlight the diversity of holiday customs and the ways we each celebrate. This episode invites listeners to connect and share their own traditions with us. Contact Information: Email: [email protected] Phone: (720) 712-8856 (Aftersight) We’d love to hear your unique holiday traditions, or if you have questions for our hosts and guests throughout the holiday series, please reach out! Chapter Markers: 00:09 – Opening and Introduction to Navigating Life with Vision Loss 00:26 – Kim Wardlow introduces the holiday series and topic overview 01:00 – Team introductions and favorite holiday songs and movies 08:00 – Discussions on family holiday traditions and festive foods 18:52 – Personal stories of memorable holiday meals and customs 30:12 – Cultural holiday celebrations and unique family practices 35:56 – Christmas tree traditions and decorating fun 41:00 – Closing remarks and next week’s episode teaser on family gatherings Colorado Gives Day Information: As part of the holiday season, please consider participating in Colorado Gives Day by donating to Aftersight. Simply visit coloradogivesday.org and search for "Aftersight" to support our mission. Your donation will help us continue to create meaningful content and support the low-vision community. Join us next week with guest Ted Tahquechi As we dive into travel and understanding that travel, as someone who is blind, can be quite difficult. But don't worry, we'll steer you in the right way. Happy Holidays from all of us at Aftersight, and thank you for being part of our community!