Goldilocks

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  • in reply to: where to you live #2041665
    Goldilocks
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    Ymribiat, you are touching on a sore topic here!
    Most of the frum residents of Rockland are pretty upset by the construction going on here. The problem is that people who come in from out-of-town, but property here, and bribe the local officials to allow them to build multifamily dwellings.
    Most of the time, before a multifamily house is built, there is a hearing in Town Hall before the builder gets permission to build. Its happened so many times that the entire neighborhood comes to the meeting to protest, and the permit is given anyway.
    I personally know someone who attended such a meeting. The building was going to take place in her neighborhood; she and all her neighbors attended the meeting and howled in protest. Afterward, this person approached a town official privately and commented, “but if they pay you enough money, they’ll get the permit. Right?” The reply was, “uhh… right”.

    in reply to: Kiddish/Chillul Hashem #2041627
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    AviraDeArah: If a man is walking toward a door and notices a woman following behind him who is pushing a baby stroller or has her hands full, is it halachically problematic for him to hold the door open for her?
    I’m not trying to be cynical here; I’m honestly curious to hear your thoughts on this.
    As far as kiddush Hashem is concerned, any behavior on one’s part that reflects the fact that one is a servant of Hashem automatically constitutes as kiddush Hashem.
    The opposite type of behavior constitutes the opposite of a kiddush Hashem.

    in reply to: interesting calendar phenomenon #2041620
    Goldilocks
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    Yabia Omer, the interesting phenomenon is this: There are 4 possible days of the week that the first day of Pesach can fall out on. 2022 – 2025 will be a four- year span where we have Pesach occurring on each of the four possible days.
    It’s interesting to note that we had the same phenomenon during the years 2021 – 2024.
    After 2025, the first day of Pesach won’t occur on Sunday again for approximately 20 years.

    in reply to: where to you live #2041308
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    Rockland County, New York. I share my backyard with squirrels, groundhogs and deer. Baruch Hashem, I have never spotted a bear in my neighborhood- though I know people who have!!!

    in reply to: I have terrible table manners #2040915
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    Theshadchansays: Pizza is generally not eaten with a fork; fingers are acceptable.
    But if you regularly eat foods such as chulent, kugel, rice and sesame chicken with your fingers, to the point where you’re not entirely sure what a fork is for or how to use it, you should definitely practice at home!

    in reply to: WILL HASC CONCERT TICKETS GET CHEAPER THAN FIVE HUNDRED MEYOS??? #2038436
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    Ujm, perhaps, but anyone has the right to charge admission for entering their property.
    If I hold a concert or Torah class on my property or on a property that I am currently renting, I’m allowed to charge an entry fee.
    Anyone sneaking onto the premises without paying is guilty of theft.
    If someone would to find a space on public property that’s close enough for them to hear the class or concert, they would be allowed to stand there and enjoy without paying.

    in reply to: What is the worst insult you can receive #2038233
    Goldilocks
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    What’s considered insulting is very dependent on many factors, such as:
    Your relationship with the person you’re speaking with.
    The context in which the comment was made.
    The speaker’s tone of voice, facial expressions and body language.
    How many and which people the comment was made in the presence of.
    A remark that seems highly offensive in one situation may seem innocent or even complimentary in another.

    in reply to: Kiddish/Chillul Hashem #2038232
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    The definition of Kiddush Hashem is: Anything that increases Hashem’s honor in this world.
    If I, sitting in the total privacy of my own home, reach for my smartphone to access a trashy website, and then, deciding it won’t do anything good for my mind, decide to reach for a Jewish book (or better yet, a sefer) instead- that’s a kiddush hashem.
    If, during a conversation with a friend, I have the urge to relate a interesting bit of loshon Horace, but then think better of it and keep quiet- that’s a kiddush hashem.

    in reply to: Chess Invented By… #2034869
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    Nittel on December 24th, from sunset until midnight. This year it’s on Shabbos.

    in reply to: Chess Invented By… #2034788
    Goldilocks
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    Umj, nittel occurs on Shabbos this year; please don’t spend time online on Shabbos!

    in reply to: Women Doing Men’s Jobs #2026470
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    If any of the men on this forum would offer to support me financially for the rest of their lives so that I can spend my time baking brownies, knitting, and learning Chumash…it’s a deal.
    I’ll even share the brownies with him.

    in reply to: I’m leaving for Mincha now . . . #2024986
    Goldilocks
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    A custard donut, please. 🙂
    Tonight’s Rosh Chodesh, and I need to start practicing for Chanukah!

    in reply to: I’m still waiting…. #2019230
    Goldilocks
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    Ujm, is WoW reform? If you say it is, I believe you; however, many people are unaware of this.

    in reply to: I’m still waiting…. #2019112
    Goldilocks
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    Can you be more specific?

    in reply to: Two groaners #2019032
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    😂🤣😃😁😂🤣😃

    in reply to: what happend to the cr? #2018933
    Goldilocks
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    Any coffee room is only as good as its participants.
    Get to work!

    in reply to: Any one know any dibuk stories #2018762
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    That’s a pretty disrespectful way to talk about a serious and important topic.
    I have an urge to give you a taste of something “geshmake” and “horrifying” right now.

    in reply to: Behavior during nuchem availim #2018068
    Goldilocks
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    That’s terrible.
    Someone should have asked them to leave.

    in reply to: mesivta bochurim #2017118
    Goldilocks
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    Farbycoffe, do you have wax in your ears?
    I told you I like being myself.👩‍🏫👸🚴‍♀️

    in reply to: mesivta bochurim #2017087
    Goldilocks
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    I don’t want to be a bochur.
    I like being myself.👩‍🏫👸🚴‍♀️

    in reply to: mesivta bochurim #2017025
    Goldilocks
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    I’m not a bochur and never have been (well, at least not in this lifetime).

    in reply to: Was the 2020 election stolen? #2014739
    Goldilocks
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    UJM: A person who isn’t qualified to be President (for whatever reason) cannot be elected vice-president.

    in reply to: Was the 2020 election stolen? #2014284
    Goldilocks
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    If it’s only opinions, then yes.

    in reply to: Random funny jokes! #2014250
    Goldilocks
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    Shmili, it means “also”.

    in reply to: being in style #2013267
    Goldilocks
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    It’s your choice whether or not to wear what’s in style.
    I generally decide what to wear based on my own taste and comfort. And no, I haven’t been arrested. Not yet, anyway.

    in reply to: Random funny jokes! #2012664
    Goldilocks
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    What do you call the lubavitcher rebbe’s driver?
    The chauffeur shell moshiach.

    in reply to: Teaching Individual Responsibility #2012607
    Goldilocks
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    I couldn’t agree more!
    Library fees can be easily avoided by acting responsibly.
    Unfortunately, that doesn’t seem to be a popular value nowadays.

    in reply to: Reality Check on Covid treatment. #2009912
    Goldilocks
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    The Vilna Gaon and Rashbi lived lifestyles that did not in any way resemble “normal”.
    Very few people today would be capable of living like that.

    in reply to: Gerbil advice #2002754
    Goldilocks
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    A quick update: I ended up purchasing a pair of gerbils about five weeks ago, from PetSmart. I’m keeping them in a 20 – gallon glass aquarium with a tank topper, and they seem to be enjoying it. They are adorable, playful animals who love to run, chew up their toys, and dig in their bedding. Anyone who sends empty paper towel or toilet paper rolls to my house will become my friend.
    Sorry it took so long to update you; I’ve been too busy playing with my gerbils! 🙂

    in reply to: Coke is better than Fanta! #1998914
    Goldilocks
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    If, as you say, you’ve bought both, then you are in a good position to know which is better.
    But the truth is that they’re both tasty drinks. It may just be a question of which you’re in the mood of at that particular moment.
    Good luck. May you never have more serious troubles than this.

    in reply to: extended car warranty call #1995232
    Goldilocks
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    I get calls all the time about extending my car’s warranty!
    Unfortunately, I cannot take them up on the offer, as I don’t own a car (sigh).

    in reply to: Funny stories while traveling #1991458
    Goldilocks
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    Coffee addict:
    Your story is not the least bit funny.
    Not even close.

    in reply to: Do you try on clean clothes before the 9 days? #1990940
    Goldilocks
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    Okay, here’s the drill (at least this is what I do):
    1) Wake up on the 27th of Tamuz.
    Get dressed in fresh clothes.
    2) At noontime (or at some point during the day, whenever it’s convenient) change your clothes. Put on a fresh outfit and put what you’ve worn until now in a secure location.
    3) Before bedtime, remove the second set of clothes and put them with the first set.
    4) Repeat the above procedure on the 28th and 29th of Tamuz.
    You now have six changes of clothes that can be worn during the nine days.
    The nine days consist of 7 weekdays this year (8 in other years).
    You will be just fine!

    in reply to: Best shabbos leftovers #1981529
    Goldilocks
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    Chocolate mousse
    Ice cream
    🍦🍨🧁

    in reply to: Kid names #1978522
    Goldilocks
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    Pekak: Yes, that’s right.
    Later on in Sefer Bamidbar, after he sinned and caused the deaths of thousands of Jews, he is identified as Zimri.
    At the beginning of the sefer, though, he is identified as the Nassi of Shevet Shimon. At this point he was still a righteous person, and he is therefore called “Shlumiel”, which means, “at peace with Hashem”.

    in reply to: Gerbil advice #1978525
    Goldilocks
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    I live in a house that doesn’t have enough room for a pony or mongoose.
    Shtark, who exactly are you calling “achi?”
    And I’ve already explained why I don’t want a ferret; however, I would be interested in hearing about your experiences.
    Finally, since gerbils have an average lifespan of 2 – 3 years, I don’t expect that acid will be necessary.

    in reply to: Kid names #1978241
    Goldilocks
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    Eviezer is a name??? Where did you come up with that?

    in reply to: Gerbil advice #1978239
    Goldilocks
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    Ferrets are considered serious biters, so much so that it’s illegal to keep them as pets in some locations.
    Since I don’t have much pet experience, a ferret doesn’t seem like a good choice.

    in reply to: Kid names #1978215
    Goldilocks
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    Shlumiel. It’s a name mentioned multiple times in the beginning of Sefer Bamidbar, and it has a gorgeous meaning.

    in reply to: How are you cleaning your face mask for Pesach?😷 #1959912
    Goldilocks
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    Concerned Member, of course I wash them regularly; however, Pesach cleaning is different.
    For example, I wash my fabric tablecloths regularly in the washing machine, yet most people I know have separate tablecloths for Pesach. We wouldn’t feel comfortable setting our Pesach table with the same tablecloth we used for our pizza party, regardless of how well it was washed.

    Goldilocks
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    Doesn’t it also depend on the age of the uncle? (For example, what if the uncle is a toddler?)

    in reply to: Would the REAL Yeshiva World approve?? #1942014
    Goldilocks
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    Cute.
    I’ve been thinking of buying a pet lately, and YWN is bombarding me with ads for pet cages!

    in reply to: Start the clock! #1936596
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    Syag: Knitting, embroidery, hook rug.
    I don’t know how to do lanyard.
    Commonsaychel, that sounds scary! Is that what you do?🐕

    in reply to: Start the clock! #1936464
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    Commonsaychel and Syag: Do you have any garden – defense tips to share? I used to enjoy growing vegetables until a few years ago, when some groundhogs destroyed my fence and ate all the plants. I would love some advice on getting it started again.

    in reply to: Start the clock! #1936171
    Goldilocks
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    Besides being a serious book addict, I enjoy having lots of hobbies! I love cooking, baking, working on jigsaw puzzles, various craft projects, and playing chess. In the summer I enjoy bicycling. I’m also a bit obsessed with roller coasters. Ever since American Dream opened, I’ve been trying to work up the courage to try out their big, scary coaster…so far that hasn’t happened.
    One hobby that’s somewhat taken me by surprise: Pre-corona, I was really not the clothes-conscious type, preferring comfort over looks. I can’t believe how much I really like collecting pretty face masks! I enjoy wearing them, and am often eager to dress up and show off my latest style.

    in reply to: Start the clock! #1936170
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    Anyone here like horse stories?
    I’ve read the “Heartland” series by Lauren Brooke; they were extremely enjoyable. I also read the “Thoroughbred” series by Joanna Campbell.

    in reply to: Start the clock! #1936025
    Goldilocks
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    Sure!
    What are some of your hobbies?
    How do you typically spend your time when you’re not in the coffee room?

    in reply to: Deblaz lame condemnation #1934524
    Goldilocks
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    What did you expect to hear?

    in reply to: Is Biking Dangerous? #1934519
    Goldilocks
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    Is biking on congested streets dangerous? Well, how about driving or walking on congested streets?
    As long as you stay aware of your surroundings, obey the rules of the road, and are honest with yourself about your abilities and limitations,you should be just fine.

    in reply to: Summarize Donald Trump #1933606
    Goldilocks
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    Greatest President since Obama

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