Category Archives: Beauty

Atonement

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Erika

Once again it’s Erev Yom Kippur. A day that traditionally leads me to be self-reflective out of synagogue. For many years I struggled with what I “should” do on this day of atonement and what I really felt in my heart … Continue reading →

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American Beauty

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Erika

I discovered a big bruise on my shin the other day, and when I went to show it to my daughter, the words inadvertently popped out of my mouth: “I hate my legs.”  The moment they were out, I regretted … Continue reading →

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