Rabbi Ben Lankton

A chayt - sin - in Hebrew means "an arrow that missed the mark." In my roles, how have I missed the mark -- as a father, husband, son, rabbi, shul member, citizen? I must use Elul to do tikkun between me and other humans, to be ready to face the Holy One.

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Sara Smolover

Does brisket come that small? A whole kugel for 3? And what about the cakes? So much leftover to pick at, little by little. Maybe this year it’s a different menu, honoring the planet, respecting our bodies as well as tradition. Acknowledging a different year. Still, apples and sweet honey.

Sue Kahn

So many discoveries as we stay close to home. New places to hike, walk, cycle; beautiful forests, hills, trails, ponds to explore. For the new year, discoveries close to home take on a different meaning as I look inward. Pay attention to my inner voice. Listen. Stop moving. Time for change and growth.

Enid Shulman

I learned how to shop for 3 weeks. My kids kept commanding: go shopping. And I did, every day. 7am. They were alarmed. I would say… but I ran out of… Within a ¼ mile is the Butcherie, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, and 4 supermarkets. I had to learn.

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