My Lighthouse

By: Hallie Lapides, Mayanot Alumni The definition of a light house is this: A tower or other structure displaying or flashing a very bright light for the guidance of ships, in avoiding dangerous areas, in following certain routes, etc. At its essence Mayanot is truly a light house. This concept fully embodies what Mayanot is. In life our choices are not always easy. We are faced with challenges along our way just like a ship at sea. Mayanot does not tell you exactly where to go, or even what path to follow - what it does do is shine light on the path you are already on. I looked through all of the notes I have taken during classes since I first began two weeks ago. I was looking for common words and themes. I ended up with a jumbled pile of beautiful words, and from that I composed an innocent poem. This journey is my own Here I know I never walk it alone There is a spark inside A connection to the Divine A oneness between my soul, heart and mind Thi