To those Orthodox Christians and Eastern Rite Catholics who are celebrating Christmas today, on behalf of my family, my team and I, please accept my best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

On a personal note - you may remember that in past years, in addition to celebrating on December 25 that my family also celebrated Christmas on January 7. With my mom's side of the family being of the Orthodox faith, our family has always observed both Christmas traditions.

This year however, along with many other Ukrainian Orthodox and Eastern Rite Catholics, our family decided to celebrate Christmas on December 25 and will do so in the future.

Once again, to those celebrating today - I wish you a Merry Christmas!