Hard Times

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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. 
 

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A ritual of transition between what was and what will be in order to mark a new chapter in life.
 

“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”

“Bless and heal the named and unnamed ones”

Poem on parenting new baby struggling to feed 

“Life returns itself to Life.”

Prayer is for anyone re-entering life after rehab, whether for addiction, an eating disorder, psychiatric hospitalization, or another form of inpatient treatment

“I have one of you next to me, at any time and step, sisters”

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