Blessed is the light of hope, the light that leads us to a vision of a better world. (Photo taken from the “back”) #ritualwell #projectmenorah #secularhanukkah #secularhanukkahblessing #humanisthanukkah #eighthnight

Blessed is the light of loyalty, the light that helps us keep our promises to those who depend on us. #ritualwell #projectmenorah #secularhannukah #humanisthanukkah

Blessed is the light of love, the light that enables us to care for those in need #ritualwell #humanisthanukkah #secularhanukkah

Blessed is the light of courage, the light that gives us the strength to stand up for our beliefs. #ritualwell #humanisthanukkah #secularhanukkah #multiculturalfamily

Blessed is the light of self-esteem, the light that inspires us to believe in ourselves. #ritualwell #hanukkah #secularhanukkah

Grateful for the editors who resonated with my work this year and for the privilege of publication. #chicagostorypress #yellowarrowpublishing #ritualwell #fiveminutelit