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.

Larry Kraus

Renewal will come. As the calendar turns, and my thoughts turn to the annual rhythms of the holidays, I feel deeply how off-beat everything is now. But I have hope and know that the next moment is not this moment, renewal will come, and we will return again. L’shanna tovah!

Eddie Taub

Rosh Hashanah family picnic; eating outdoors like Sukkot, but a big backyard instead of a small booth. Brisket sandwiches, potato salad, a circular Challah made from scratch. Singing along with the service while "muted", but we hear birds singing as the backup choir. And...100 fewer usher positions to fill!

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