Hi Jothar. The film was a fictional, hilarious spoof of the Heavy Metal/Glam rock industry. But, if I am not mistaken, they did have Spinal Tap albums/CD’s sold in music stores.

The scene with the volume dial on the amp going up to 11 was hilarious, and it was true. Where most amps have a volume that goes up to 10, that one went up to 11, giving it that little extra kick. But there was also the guitar which was so valuable in the collection, that one cannot even look at it or it would lose value. Ok, enough. lol

lol Baal

Hi MiddlePath. The Black Album? Wasn’t that Spinal Tap (the Tap)?

There are many kinds of Zionism, and those that support Torah are the one’s I support. Israel is our homeland and it should be fully in our hands. On a side note, there are enough xtian based countries and islamic countries. One Jewish state the size of Jersey should not be a matter of dissension for us.

Since I see the name Neuteri Karta (not to be confused with the Magna Carta), I will comment that I believe they are a group government plants in the same way government agencies infiltrate outlaw motorcycle gangs with their own “gang”, and in the same way “Occupy whatever” are paid to do what they do.

I cannot believe NK are really Jews who study the Torah. While I can understand a view of not holding to political Israel, it is totally not normal to hang out with achmaddogdinajad and pat him on the back and engage in photo opportunities with him while smiling for the camera.

Hummingbird, keep doing nice things, as I am sure you will, because it helps make the world better in ways we may not even realize.

There may be a plethora of reasons someone does not acknowledge your thoughtfulness such as they are enjoying the good feeling as a break from the usual stress, and they forgot to show appreciation.

I would just add a piece of advice that I tell myself (when we are on speaking terms), which I read in Pirkei Avos. I am not wording it exactly, and I have to work on being more careful about not just remembering the concept, but also the exact wording. But it went like, “Dont do the good deed for the sake of the reward. Do the good deed ‘not’ for the sake of the reward. (Maybe someone can polish the wording up).

Continue doing what you are doing and know you are doing good things and Hashem is appreciative.

enlightenedjew: The comments were inappropriate between world leaders about another world leader, and quite hypocritical. I have a problem with this Obama scenario, too. This one is more personal, like other issues such as Jonathan Pollard and Obama’s being hired out by Saudi Arabia to work on “fixing the arab world”. Others are totally free to be ok with this or any other Obama situation..

Actually, the Beatles, who were great, no doubt, were media favorites who owe a plethora of hakaras hatov to George Martin who orchestrated nearly all of their songs. They also received too much credit for being innovative as their counter cultural influence was actually motivated by the experiences of the hippie movement such as the Grateful Dead and Ken Kesey, as evidenced in a popular, at that time, Tom Wolfe book.

The Beatles changed the world, but they were a conduit for sounds and styles they did not necessarily originate. But they are always good to hear, and as Brits, they are true Americana with songs that are timeless. I like to say that while other bands during that time made great music, the Beatles wrote great songs.

No matter how bad things are, I suggest both of you try a little harder. And it is for these reasons: There was a time when you two were obviously very close. Added to that is the fact it is expected after years of marriage and children, that two people can drift apart. That is part of what is to be expected in this, or in the event of where people remarry. It is better to deal with this great difficulty now in this marriage because getting out without leaving no stone unturned does not mean this sort of thing does not have to be dealt with in another, more complicated relationship.

I suggest therapy, but it is said individual therapy empowers the person paying for the session, so beware. Try to work it out between the two of you to regain the connection the two of you had. Individuals need guidance on how to mature with each other. There may be personal things going on that affect each of your roles with each other.

In regard to the title of your post, I would suggest that perhaps you are not feeling it is the right time, or you would proceed. So, get as much rest as you can, try to eat well, exercise (I am serious) dont isolate, daven, and try to work with your spouse.

Hatzlacha!!!!!!

Itz d derech of txting :))))

zeeskite, you are a nice person. Jothar is a nice person. Everyone here is nice. I mean that! Some are wrong, but all are nice..lol I like the CR and everything everyone has to offer.

The security issue is very important, but the security issue was being handled in a way that has become divisive even when I backed out of it. It is the topic which should have been moderated and not those expressing their dissatisfaction.

If the site develops new policies, and wants our phone numbers; fine. But to make it a daily, multiple topic matter, clearly, is not too popular, to say the least. If I never said a word on this, it was still an issue that stuck out like a sore thumb this week. There is nothing moderate about moderating with bias.

Good Shabbos and let’s focus on Achdus next week maybe!

Thank you real-brisker. They can’t fool all of the people all of the time.

Moderator, I am not so sure how you can distinguish anger versus a serious view in my post, but I have seen less than gentle comments made to posters by various moderators. Nonetheless, not one comment to the person ruffling feathers for the past two days, leading to those threads to having to be closed.

I was enjoying the CR earlier in the week and decided to stay out of it what was annoying me. Then others, by the droves, started reacting to a certain person in the same way I was and not only was there no comment from a moderator to that person who had their topics closed, there was even cooperation from moderators as the person called out their requests to the moderator.

Hmmmm.

Thank you for your effort in replying, though.

DIFFERENT MODERATORS HAVE DIFFERENT MINDS AND DIFFERENT RESPONSES

Are you Jothar also?

Avrum.. you are just as fishy as Jothar. Are you the same???

I think in the name of Jothar, this site has a new problem!

WE’RE TIRED OF MODERATING NASTY COMMENTS. LET’S KEEP THE TONE COOL. LET’S RESUME TO PLEASANT POSTING AGAIN. (and no, I’m not Jothar)

mommamia22, I dont know if shidduchim can be made into science as everyone is trying to do. It obviously creates a lot of anxiety and stress. The most important ingredient in this is Hashem. Second, I would guess, is if the two dating really start to like each other.

Can one say that every person from the “right school and right family” will be more loving, better behaved, considerate, and compatible than anyone from a “not-so-right” school or family?

I guess I am saying put effort into nurturing the kind of lifestyle that will enhance your child’s

status, who you know is great anyway, but dont stress so much on the small stuff.

There is a great saying which says, “The road is not the map.” I hope that makes some sense.

Hatzlacha, and your children are very lucky to have a thoughtful and conscientious mom like you.

lol always here. I agree with you, except in the case where someone really needs one.

Call your Rabbi or any Bais Horaah.

Refuah Shelayma!

The best? I dont know. I rarely turn down chocolate. Hershey, Godiva, Astor…milk chocolate, dark, with almonds….. please pass a piece over here. Thanks.

BMG should most definitely have a say in Lakewood, state, and national politics, if it sees fit. BMG is a major institution that also is part of the American fabric, just like any, l’havdil, component of society such as a business, athletic team, and double l’havdil Georgian Court College as well as other religious organizations, too, who seek to have their concerns addressed buy political due process.

Further, having said that, and politics being what it is, the way that “say” is manifest by any given individual on behalf of BMG will always be of a politically debatable nature.

I say let BMG be BMG and come to a consensus of what they want to do. There are some pretty smart people over there. 🙂

What? Everyone here already clean the lint out of their belly button?

Any other suggestions??

Jothar, my friend. Do you mean by frequency how often? Or the hertz (Hz). I never know with you…lol

Refuah Shelayma to Efrat bas Hadas, Devorah bas Chana Bayla, and Moshe Yehuda ben Rus. I wrote the names down to daven for them.

Hopefully no one will mind a reference to Abbott and Costello.

Upon winning dozens of roller skates in a contest and not knowing what to do with them, Bud Abbott suggested to Lou Costello that he go out and sell them so they would have money for the rent.

So there is Lou Costello, pulling a wagon loaded with roller skates….and a sign reading, “Abbott and Costello, Cheap Skates.”

Being a BTguy, I have had the true privilege of being exposed to many sects within our religion, to share in celebrations and to learn. In my experience, it’s all good. I have respect for all. The different perspectives all add up to Judaism, as I see it. I happen to find Chassidish influences very inspiring. I see no reason to see it as a red flag. I mean, people can find fault within any segment of Judaism, but I will say, there are people within each segment of frum Judaism that are better representatives than others, but that is all part of each of us growing spiritually.

How do you think the teachers feel? : )