“Who are you to begin such a journey?”

[ellenkushner]

“The beginning of all journeys is separation. You’ve got to leave somewhere to go somewhere else. It is also the first step towards freedom: You ignore the voice of Pharaoh inside that mocks you, saying, “Who are you to begin such a journey?” You just get up and walk out.”

-- Lubavitcher Rebbe (2007)

The Jewish spring  festival of Passover is called the Festival of Liberation, the Time of our Redemption. So even if you don't observe the holiday, take a moment to draw strength for your journey now.

The days of preparation can be hard, but the journey is a good one.

Happy Pesach to all who observe - and to all, a clean set of cabinets (says she, shaking chometz crumbs out of her keyboard....)!