[HANASHIR:14529] Re: Shabbat Shalom

[LLRB29 <LLRB29...>]

Dear Neil,

I share similar sentiments.  I was at my own temple Friday night for 
services, confirmation was the focus, tho my children's choir added 3 songs to 
the 
service order.  I sat there  praying and singing as usual and it dawned on me 
that there were no harmonies, in fact, hardly anyone chanting the melodic 
tunes, 
and tho there were more people than the number at HN, the room felt and 
sounded empty.  During my silent prayer I shared my appreciaton and gratitude 
for 
having experienced HN, now twice and sharing in a Shabbat Celebration like no 
other.  I still talk to my friends and try to explain 160 part harmony, but 
unless you were there to hear it and partake, its hard to comprehend.

I'm sorry your Shabbat was a let down, but if it comforts you at all, you 
were not the only one feeling out of sync.  I hope your week is better and that 
next Shabbat can be a bit more upbeat and special for you.  Shavua Tov

Laura B.

HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY!