Shabbat morning, November 2, 2024. This month we all found ourselves in different places, and crowdsourced our blessings and photos from wherever we were. In the Great Lakes, autumn is in full swing, with leaves coloring and falling, and clear blue skies. In Arizona, where I was, similar to the middle east, occasional rain is most welcome, and the desert responds with flowers, and hope for more rain in winter.
Cheshvan is also known as “MarCheshvan”, or “bitter Cheshvan” in English. Originally referring to the emptiness of the month, which has no holidays, it is also, for some of us, a time of bitterness following a contentious election season. In either case, our sages advise us to slow down, appreciate the quietness, deepen our relationship with G-d and the Universe, and plan for action to come. May we all find Cheshvan fruitful, and a time to reconnect with ourselves, our natural world, and our communities. Chodesh tov! —K. Miriam
Thanks to Stephen, Ann, Julie and Louise for the Great Lakes photos!
Our next walking meditation will honor the month of Kislev, Monday, December 2, 8:30 am. Rain or snow or shine! Contact us for location.
Rosh Chodesh Cleveland 