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Post-it note with handwritten message in blue marker. The message reads: "No hate" [heart, broken heart]. Just [heart]."
Card made by a student from the George Washington University Hillel. The front cover features the partial outline of a tree; most of the ink faded has faded by water damage at the memorial site. The inside, which also has partial fading due to water damage, reads: "I can't think of the words to say that could possibly make this better for all of you. Just know that we are all here for you, as a Jewish community sending love and strength your way. Though it may not seem like it now, we will all make it through this and work to make tomorrow a better day.
Piece of notepad paper with a pencil drawing of a flying angel with wings and a halo.
Post-it note with handwritten message in green marker. The message reads: "To never be silent at the arms of our oppressors."
Square card with white and yellow text against blue background. Card reads, "Mitzvah4Pittsburgh. Some spread darkness. We spread light. Choose a good deed. Choose a Mitzvah. Add light to the world," followed by four options and a place for respondents to list their name and email address. Some names and email addresses have been redacted for privacy.
Program from November 4, 2018 Sunday worship at Lincoln Place Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh. The eleven victims of the October 27 attack were memorialized in the church's prayers and remembrances for those who had passed in the past year.
Zine page with bubble letters and information about the emotional value of hugs. Zine page with cartoon imagery and information about the value of hugs. A young boy hugs a globe, beneath the inscription: "Embrace the world one hug at a time."
Post-it note with handwritten message in black marker. The message reads, in Hebrew and English: "Rest in Peace." Signed by Rabbi Fred Pomerantz.
Flyer with "Stronger Together" in blue and red handwritten font against photograph of the skyline of Pittsburgh with a tree imposed against the clouds. Includes information about event and the names of featured performers, as well as various logos. A small note reads: "In memory of our holy brothers and sisters who died sanctifying G-d's name at Tree of Life-Ohr L'Simcha."
Post-it note with handwritten message in black marker. The message reads: "Forever in our hearts. Love not hate [underlined]." Signed with a Star of David.
Post-it note with handwritten message in black marker. The message reads: "Jersey strong supports #pittsburghstrong. God bless you all!"
Printed card with the seven biblical laws of Noah. Each law is printed in the respective colors of the rainbow. Staining due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Post-it note with handwritten message in blue ink. The message reads: "We love [heart] Tree of Life." Staining and color bleeding due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Folded card with marker illustrations, decorated with stickers. Front features illustration of animal with word bubble "Hi" surrounded by a feature, two balloons, and a kite. Interior features illustration of snowflake and cartoon faces inspired by five emoji stickers and the sender's name "Sadie [last name redacted for privacy]."
Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "My thoughts and prayers are with you. Clara [last name redacted]."
Folded card on red paper with blue and pink stains. Due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial, the message on this card is no longer visible.
Note from a member of The Church at Severn Run in Severn, Maryland. The note is enclosed in an envelope with church letterhead, reading: "The Church at Severn Run: Love Well, Live Jesus, Believe Big!" The note inside affirms God's support and contains prayers for the families and community. The church's contact information is included on the back of the envelope.
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