7 Random Reminders from a Funeral During Elul
- Late summer sunshine on the Hudson is spectacular. When you look, you
can find the beauty in creation. It’s out there.
- Karma, for lack of a better word, exists. What you put out into the
universe comes back to you.
- Get behind a cause you believe in to help repair our
broken world.
- The people in your orbit matter. Surround yourself with an ever-widening
circle of those who bring you joy and help you laugh, cope, and get the most from this life.
- A long, loving relationship is a holy thing. Those who have one truly
are blessed.
- Kudos to whomever developed Jewish mourning rituals. The thud of dirt on
a casket stings, but laughter, hugs, and sweet memories salve the
wound a little bit each day. Don't pick at the scab.
- Healthy eating is a noble goal, but when grilled cheese is (the only
thing) on the menu, eat up. Sometimes you have to feed your body and your soul. The hell with the carbs.
