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Miriam, Leading the Dance Into the Future

Miriam, Leading the Dance Into the Future

From Exodus 15:20, Miriam the prophetess leads the women in joyous song and dance at the edge of the Reed Sea. My husband and I have driven across the country, north to south and east to west many times. On each trip, I’ve marveled at the immense size and beauty... Read the Rest...

It’s All About Love

Oftentimes on our day to day journey, we need to be reminded that if we tap into the energy of love we become part of the infinite web of life. We become connected to Spirit, to Mystery, to Shechinah, to the Holy One of Blessing. The “Ahava” (Hebrew word for love)... Read the Rest...
Embracing Winter to Warm Your Heart

Embracing Winter to Warm Your Heart

I live in Bloomington IN, the home of Indiana University. During winter break most of the students and many professors left town to go home or vacation. Bloomington became quiet and still. I am writing shortly after folks returned  when my town is hustling and... Read the Rest...
The Remembrance of MLK

The Remembrance of MLK

Dear Friends, Today is Dr. Martin Luther King Day. I vividly remember the day he was murdered. Shock ravaged an entire scope of people who believed in equality for all people. His famous “I have a dream” speech continues to resonate in my heart. Thinking about, and... Read the Rest...
I Place God Before Me Always

I Place God Before Me Always

See this art work on the website: Shiviti Blue   Now that we’ve received Torah, we focus our attention on the Divine Presence that permeates our universe. The practice of calling attention to the Divine Presence has led to the creation of a tradition of art known as... Read the Rest...
Wherever You Go, I Shall Go

Wherever You Go, I Shall Go

See this art work on the website: “Wherever You Go, I Shall Go” As we ready ourselves to receive the Torah during Shavuot, I think about so many of my friends who made the life-altering decision to become members of our tribe. I love them. I respect them... Read the Rest...
We take care of one another

We take care of one another

See this art work on the website: Love the Stranger in Your Midst Week 7 (May 13-19) Malchut — Leadership. The last week of the Omer is the lead-up to Shavuot. We’re about to receive the Torah. Take a stand. Malchut is about playing it forwards. We each have the... Read the Rest...
Now is the time! Rise up, Rise up!

Now is the time! Rise up, Rise up!

See the art work on the website: Rise Up, Rise Up, “Uri, Uri” Week 7 (May 13-19) Malchut — Leadership. The last week of the Omer is the lead-up to Shavuot. We’re about to receive the Torah. Take a stand. Malchut is about playing it forwards. We each have... Read the Rest...
Chodesh Tov — Guardian of Israel

Chodesh Tov — Guardian of Israel

See this work of art. I had a dream a long time ago when my son and his son were visiting Israel. They were in Sefat and bombs were falling… They were frightened. I was frightened and the whole world was frightened. In the dream I saw a woman wrapped in a tallit... Read the Rest...
The Garden of Eden

The Garden of Eden

View the art work on the website: Eve in the Garden. Week 6: May 6-12 Yesod – Fundamentals Let’s think about basic things. Food waste, for instance – fundamental to the Western world we live in. But so … wasteful. You might consider volunteering at a food kitchen,... Read the Rest...
Keep it simple — it’s such a relief!

Keep it simple — it’s such a relief!

See this work on the website: Set Me For A Seal Upon Your Heart Week 5 (April 29-May 5) Hod – Humility, simplicity, beauty. This may be a week for trying to live more simply in some way. Bring the outside in; clear out some clutter. Giving some things to Goodwill?... Read the Rest...
Shabbat Shalom — a yummy recipe

Shabbat Shalom — a yummy recipe

Shabbat shalom! One of my most favorite things to do is to cook a yummy meal for Shabbat to share with family and friends. I like to find recipes that are quick and easy to prepare using spices and fresh herbs – and it must be delicious. This fits the bill! I always... Read the Rest...
Netzach, never give up!

Netzach, never give up!

See this work, Sea Horse for Joseph, on the website. Week 4 (April 22-28) Netzach – Endurance. Keep going! As we think of the endurance theme for week 4 of counting the Omer, now is the time to think about changing your habits: Take a walk through the mountains to a... Read the Rest...
Netzach, never give up!

Netzach, never give up!

See this work, Lech Lecha — You Shall be a Blessing, on the website. Week 4 (April 22-28) Netzach – Endurance. Keep going! As we think of the endurance theme for week 4 of counting the Omer, now is the time to think about changing your habits: Take a walk through the... Read the Rest...

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