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A person lights Hanukkah menorahs on a mantel, facing the candles with raised hands.
An original blessing of gratitude for when we receive gifts.
Gift boxes wrapped in festive paper surrounded by ornaments, pinecones, and silver holiday decorations.
Based on the havdalah ceremony, this ritual focuses on compassion and self-care
Wooden wall with a window featuring bright blue shutters and a wooden staircase on the right side.
“May there never again be war.  Wasn’t war  lifetimes ago? Who wants war?” 
Plate of chocolate madeleines on a table with vintage photos, books, flowers, and dark chocolate pieces.
“Does she have unfinished business? Someone she needs to forgive her? Someone she needs to forgive?”
Close-up of an elderly persons wrinkled hands resting on top of a wooden cane, with soft lighting.
“For whom did the shofar call? The shofar called for me.”
A pomegranate, green leaves, and two shofars arranged on a white background.
“Rain clouds mass above, / so we race towards rows of stiff backed chairs…”
Watercolor painting of roses and greenery draped on a wooden structure under a cloudy sky.
“May we be reminded of the songs of Miriam, the keeper of the Mayim Hayim…”
Person in a green jacket stands by a calm lake, facing a forest of tall trees in the background.
“May Hashem bless you more each year…”
Two people hug each other closely, offering comfort and emotional support in an indoor setting.

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