Monday, September 17, 2012

Some Days are More Special

Some days are more special than others, more holy ... it is a Mitzvah, a commandment, for Jews to hear the Shofar blow on Rosh Hashanah. Today, Youngest Son sounded the blast for Temple Emanu-El's family service.

Youngest Son has prepared for many months. Meeting with his teacher before Religious School and practicing over the summer to reach this day. Commuter Husband and I could see he was nervous - this outgoing, take-on-the-world child of ours. But ... sometimes it is good to be out of our comfort zone ... especially for this child.

The blowing of Shofar beckons us to to recognize the New Year, to look at our life over the past year and plan for our actions in the next. For many, it reminds them of a connection to G-d.

Youngest Son blew the Shofar beautifully. Yes, some days are more holy than others.


4 comments:

  1. Yasher koach! Youngest son was wonderful and you and commuter husband were (rightfully) beaming with pride!

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    1. Baruch Tiyihe. Yes we were indeed beaming.

      (You have taught me something my Jewish friend. I had to Google "Yasher koach." I have never heard that term before! And Google told me to respond with "Baruch Tiyihe" may you be blessed.)

      Wishing you comfort over the next two weeks ...

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  2. For those of you who missed it...it was PERFECTLY inspiring! Amazing that the loud, clear sound came from this adorable, cherub face CHILD!

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    1. Anonymous - Thank you from Youngest Son and his family!

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