Walking in Her Shadow 

Freed of the mask,
we sometimes choose
to hide.

Arising from fear,
perhaps from safety,
some wear costumes upon the face,
unaware they are hiding from themselves.

God is aware —
He knows. He waits for us,
asking us to be free
of the hidden foes
with whom we struggle.

Those that have brought us to this moment —
choosing not to hide what is inside:
the Divine Romance. 

We remember Esther,
doing what she had to do,
somewhat against her will —
until she was ready to reveal
the truth of who she was.

May we raise ourselves
into Esther’s light,
walking in her shadow.

Todd Emerson Greenberg 

02/22/2026