What Really Matters: The traditions that make the holidays special

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- In his weekly on-air commentary, ABC7 News anchor Dan Ashley speaks on Christmas, tradition, and the ties that bind.

I love everything about this time of year -- especially the feeling in the air, that sense of excitement children have and the sense of kindness adults tend to have.

We are a little more patient with each other and a little more understanding of one another. I also love the common traditions we all share and those individual traditions that made the holidays uniquely special to each of us.

Each week, ABC7 News Anchor Dan Ashley offers commentary on the important issues affecting people where you live. Here's a look back at previous segments.