Desert Dysphoria

new mexico desert

“No wonder the desert was chosen over the pyramids, mountains and / ocean for revelation.”

Prayer for Rain

damaged tree in forest

“I saw, in our decaf, the plea for rain / we ask on behalf of the god of our ancestors”

The Story That Could Heal

a lit candle glows against a dark background

“All that remains to me / of my family’s life in Ukraine… / are four silver kiddush cups…”

Retirement Prayer

two yellow birds on grey bare branches

“So teach me to number my days / Savor the music of the birds / Entwine my branches with those of others”

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