Hod sh’b Gevurah*
This day  is the vessel that contains
all the joys and sorrows we have inscribed
upon each other’s hearts.  Beauty
permeates the crystals of its strength. 

Let us ignite the sparks that heat the joys
we share, and the sufferings we hold,
until we glow.  May the burning flowers
of our footsteps through this wilderness

shine as we bless the winding way we travel. 
Let us say yes and yes again
even when darkness surrounds us.
May each and every sorrow

light the way through every gate
until we know—
Your face is the face of the humble holy One
who glows. 
My face is the face of the humble holy One
who glows. 

Let us fall down on our faces before one another.
                                                                        5/5/2016
            *Humble Harmonic Splendor within Boundaried Strength