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Your writing about such painful emotions is so poetic, and your photo of the Shabbat table is haunting. Thank you for telling me about your substack.

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Thank you so much for your comments, it means so much to me that you are reading this. I am so pleased you feel the emotion from the pictures and the words. It was my desire to help the reader be there just as I was.

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This is a very powerful commentary on the most complex and devastating conflict in modern times.

The writer weaves her narrative about grief in an extraordinary way, capturing a Nation’s state of complete disbelief and despair that may never dissipate. There is a softness to the essay that attempts to provide comfort and support to a grieving community. I hesitated to read the work but am glad that I made the connection. I admire the courage, bravery and dignity of the journey undertaken.

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Very moving and heartfelt …. And heartbreaking. beautiful writing / so important to share.

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Ditto! So much emotion and description that is inspiring. I hope many people get your message!

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Thank you very much, Tori. :)

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Chellie, I echo what Ginnifer said. You're an amazing writer!

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Chellie, this is a beautiful and profound post. Thank you for sharing your experience.

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