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Channa sweeping the floor in a bright morning light, with Mama smiling in the background. A breakfast table with dishes visible in the corner of a cozy home.
Channa woke up early on Friday morning, excited for Shabbat to begin at sunset. 'Today we prepare for our special day of rest,' Mama reminded her as they ate breakfast. Channa helped sweep the floors and dust the shelves until everything sparkled. 'Our home should be beautiful to welcome Shabbat,' she said proudly.
Channa and Mama in the kitchen kneading dough for challah bread on a floured counter. A pot of chicken soup steaming nearby. Papa standing at the doorway holding a bouquet of colorful fresh flowers.
In the kitchen, delicious smells filled the air as Mama prepared chicken soup. Channa helped knead the dough for the braided challah bread. 'Shabbat foods are extra special,' Mama explained while they worked together. Papa came home early to help, bringing fresh flowers for the table.
Channa arranging silverware on a clean white tablecloth. A braided challah bread covered with an embroidered cloth in the center. Papa looking at the table with an impressed expression.
Channa carefully placed the best dishes on the clean white tablecloth. She folded napkins and arranged the shining silverware just right. The challah was covered with a special embroidered cloth. 'Our Shabbat table looks like it belongs to a queen,' Papa said.
Channa wearing a pretty dress standing beside Mama who is lighting two Shabbat candles. The family gathered around a beautifully set table with challah bread and a cup of wine, warm candlelight illuminating their smiling faces.
As the sun began to set, Channa put on her prettiest dress. Mama lit the Shabbat candles and waved her hands over the flames. The family sang blessings over the wine and challah bread. Channa smiled as Shabbat peace filled their home.