Hard times take many forms: the loss of a job or other economic hardship; the devastation of a flood or other natural disaster; the horror of violent assault. Just getting out of bed can be an act of great courage at times like these. Whisper a prayer for yourself, or say one for your friend, community, or the world. Hope will find you.Â
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“We are commanded not to harm ourselves, because for some of us that is a struggle.”
“Help us to find holiness in this time”
For Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker and the people of Colleyville, Texas
“It has been set before me to choose, the curse or the blessing”
“Who will find me worthy, if not You?”
“I see the words of my prayers / wrap themselves around you”
Poems to be read by friends surrounding the person who has miscarried before she immerses in the mikveh
“Awash in the radiating comfort / Of this blessed, giving friend”
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