I agree, this poster is really posting too much nonsense, so much of it, that the CR is no longer enjoyable. Wish the Moderators, would be a little more selective in what posts are allowed and if they are getting on the strange side, close immediately. If it happens too much, then please close that poster’s account.

Send a letter, by all means, especially, if you have something nice to say about the niftar. When I was an aveil, I treasured the letters I got, especially, those that had something to say about a chesed, that was done, by the niftar. It meant so much, and I have those letters to read as a keepsake.

During shiva, it is hard to talk on the phone, especially, when you have people around and they can not give you their full attention.

Reading article hasn’t changed my mind. I think if shadchanim, changed THEIR game plan and THEY worked on the plight of the older girls, instead of concentrating on the younger girls, we can see more older girls getting married, and the poor older girls will have a chance. And about getting boys, to marry at 19, as the mother of a 19 year old boy, he is not at a level to support a wife and start a family, yet.

thanks, golden mom.

I have the 6 qt kitchen aid that I bought 3 years ago and I don’t make challah that often. When I do, I end up having to half a 6 lb challah dough receipe to get it to fit. so essentially I can only knead 3 lbs, at a time, then I combine both doughs and knead a bit more. I am not happy with my kitchenaid, and s few weeks ago, I used the KitchenAid to make a cookie dough, I think it broke. The hook turns, but it just won’t turn, if there is any food in the bowl. I think the quality of kitchen aid has gone down and they don’t make them like they use to.

I just want to know how much is the Bosch Mixer? I would for sure make Challah if I could make a 5 -6 lb dough in one mixing.

Taster’s choice use to make those flavors in a big plastic container, but I’ve looked high and low, and I’am assuming they’ve discontinued it, but they still have the instant packets in those flavors. I guess Taster’s choice figured they make more money selling individual packets of 10 for $4.00 then the jars that made approx 80 cups and sold for between $8.00-$10.00 per container.

maybe some Tehillim readings are in order? We know who really is in control of the weather.

Reading the book “all for the boss” by ruchoma shain, Her father, R’Herman zt’l, was strict on the children, not even a kiss, but for her a pinch on her cheek, which left a mark, which she wore as a badge of honor. You can still be loving and strict at the same time. There are all types and sterotyping doesn’t apply.

they were leaving them in front of the doors in my neighborhood as well. I wonder if we can get them fined for the “leaving unwanted flyers law”. Can anyone can let Mr. David Greenfield know about these totally unsolicited pieces of garbage and complain about this??

Also, another way to protect from Ayin Hara, is to keep those things hidden. For exp, If a couple is dating, they shouldn’t tell their friends, until they are engaged. Or let’s say you are trying to buy a home, you shouldn’t really tell anyone. The beracha comes when things are hidden and the whole world doesn’t have to know everything. keep things low key and B’H, all should be well.

Prophecy was given to the “fools” (sorry to use that term) and the children. I have read Secrets of the Soul and Messages from Heaven(Galia). I can’t understand why everyone here is so skeptical of this form of communication. Most of the time when FC is done, these children all point to one thing and that is to do teshuva!! I just have to say maybe if we did try those things mentioned to improve on, just try, it, if the world situation doesn’t improve, then I will change my mind and not believe, but it does make sense. Definetly Leiby was a korban for us. His family was not punished for their sins. They are Kedoshim and Leiby was pure and innocent. Something like this screams out to us to improve our ways.

thank you oomis

I had an experience few years ago back. My husband was away on business. I was sleeping on my side and felt that someone had walked into my room and sat down right next me. I actually felt the bed move down, and thinking maybe my son came to stay with me, I turned around and called his name, but no one was there. He was soundly sleeping in his own bed. Let’s just say, I was really spooked and stayed in bed with the covers over my head the rest of the night. I never forgot that happening, but something was there.

Also, start with one fish, to get the tank to cycle. Then slowly introduce tank mates. Hope this helps.

I use to keep a couple of freshwater tanks, but gave up the hobby a few years back. But it was nice, and my children and myself enjoyed it. It’s big responsibility.

But Wolf, that is kind of contradictory.

I went to this Jewish (askenaz) non-frum doctor, who is a Kohein, and he told me a Rabbi told him, who he couldn’t marry when the Rav found out that this Dr was a Kohein, like a convert, and a Divorcee, and girl who was with a Goy, narrowing his dating pool considerably. Unfortunately, he is dating a German woman, who he says, is willing to convert to marry him. Please Daven that this should not happen.

It was our Rabbonim who issued this decree. We don’t question their reasoning, because, we have Amunat Chachamim. What they say goes. They had the forsight to see things in the long term, as a protection to keep Kedushat Yisrael and it has worked, is it 100% effective? no because, there will always be indivduals who will do what they want anyway, but that happens in ALL aspects of Judaism. But in the majority of cases, it has helped to protect the insincere conversions and all the problems that can occur, especially with regards to the children.

Well, I suggest you set up the tank first and not get the fish right away. I made that mistake. Walked through the mall and on impulse bought a tank and a few fish right away. They died a few days later. So, I learned from my mistakes. You must realize, that goldfish are heavy waste producers and with the right conditions will grow very large, so getting a 10 gallon for a few goldfish is really cruel. The larger the tank and the less fish you have, will be the best conditions for your fish to thrive.

Did I say, that non-jew who married a jew, resided in the community? It was an example to show the insincerity of the person.

By your comment, I am guessing you got burnt.

If the edict saved even one jew from marrying a convert who wasn’t sincere, then it was worth it.

Cherrybim, do you have an issue with the Torah forbiding a Kohain from marrying a convert? Because if you do I would like to hear your reasoning on that.

If a couple was childless and adopted a child, that child, when they become of age can choose to convert. The Rabbi’s issued this edict because they forsaw the problems of someone who may have converted just to marry a jew. Unfortunately, a sincere convert is a rarity, and to protect the rest of the community, the Rabbonim decided to issue this strict edict. But that doesn’t mean we are exempt from respecting a Ger/Georet. As a matter of fact, I have a close friend who is a Georet. She is always warmly welcomed into our home and loved by our children. Would I love her to marry into my Family, yes, but we are Kohanim anyway and according to the Torah, not allowed. How come no one takes issue with the Torah’s ruling in regards to a Kohain not being permitted to marry a Georet? She can be sincere and pure, but it is still not allowed.

Personally, I know of someone who did “convert” to marry a jew. They got divorced and she went back to her ways. The 2 kids they had identify themselves as Christian.

Not only might you get a fine, but possibly sued. I overheard a lady, on the street talking real loud today, while she walking very carefully on the ice, in front of some houses who did not take care of the sidewalk, and she was going on and on, how, people don’t shovel, and she knows a real good lawyer, and she has her camera in her bag, to take pictures, if she falls. So if the $100.00 fine doesn’t scare you, maybe a lawsuit will.

Hadassa I agree, I know there was alot to shovel, but what most people did shovel, was impossible for 2 people to pass through at the same time. Also, if you buy a corner home, you buy the big responibilty to adequate remove the snow!!

Also the mountains of snow the blocked the sidewalk intersections were terrible, causing people to walk into the streets, which was dangerous.

Definetly NOT Twister!!

Usually, the yeshivas decide whether school is cancelled by what the public schools are doing, but since it is vacation for them, you really need to call your schools. Most schools do have an infoline. I am just wondering that since most of the side streets are impassable, whether will schools be opened tommorrow??

You don’t lose out but helping or being a mentch to anyone.

I read a story (forgot which book) from the holocaust of a man who was saved by a goy. The goy warned him that the S.S. were in the building looking for him, and how to escape. Before he ran, he asked the man, why is he telling him this, and this man, who was the elevator man, said every morning, you would tell me good morning, while all the other passengers acted as if I didn’t exist. When the man broke his arm, the yid inquired about it, and had a doctor, look it and have it taken care of properly. This yid was saved because he cared and acted like a

mentch.

It does not take any extra effort to be kind to someone and wish them a greeting.

cherrybim posted “There are numerous illegal driveways in Boro Park; i.e. 40th Street between 12 Ave. and 13th Ave. I’ll bet you won’t have any homeowners calling the police if their driveways are blocked. These driveways use up all available parking spots, so I wouldn’t care much if these driveways were blocked.”

Cherrybim, so if they didn’t park on the streets, then those parking spaces would be taken by the locals anyway, that still won’t solve, the lack of parking. When you live near a commercial area, and it’s very difficult to park, you really have no choice, except to make a illegal driveway. I live in a location surrounded by 2 schools and a commerical area. Parking is terrible. I wish that the city would allow permit parking for residents only,(maybe during the daytime only) because, the teachers and people that work, shop, or go to the gym around here, park all day to avoid the meters, they all park on my block and surrounding areas. Trying to unload a car, with small children is impossible. Now imagine someone who has difficulty walking, where are they suppose to park? 3 blocks away??

All I am saying is even if people didn’t have illegal driveways, the lack of parking still would be an issue and is made worse. Actually, I think when people do have illegal driveways, there are more spaces, because sometimes neighbors will park in the driveways with the homeowners cars still there, with an understanding that if they have to leave, they ususally give a call to please move. Good neighbors are understanding and respectful, especially when parking in the area is difficult.