Jim has never really cared so much about getting presents, not that he's had very many through his life. Hunter's project this Hanukkah is a new thing for him, little trinkets and thoughtful mementos that show how much effort the other man has put into finding something meaningful to Jim. So he just smiles a little, preferring to think fond thoughts of his partner rather than the years of disappointment from his childhood.

That last statement from her resonates pretty well with him, too. "Yeah, I hear you. Tradition's not for everyone, but a lotta people find comfort in it. Do you do anything to celebrate this time of year?" he asks, a little curious. If all of the major Earth winter holidays are new to her, maybe she does something else for the solstice.