Type: Poem

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tall trees along either side of a wooden bridge

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closeup of matzah

As the honey seeps into the cake, we find ourselves showered with sweetness

close up of a round golden crispy cake

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woman walking away on beach at sunrise

When and how does the earth pray?

People hiking in a forest, examining bright orange mushrooms near a tree.

Praying for healing after the devastating loss of a pregnancy

man and woman holding hands in the ocean

A poem in memory of those who lost their lives on 9/11

someone's hands are holding a black and white photo of a child, underneath is a pile of photos

A poem to be read before or during circling under the huppah

bride and groom arms reaching for each other

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