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aries and mikehall, unfortunately, I know only too well about an example of that, and thankfully, it got reported. But for a while, it didn’t. And that’s also a problem.
Thanks, adorable. Seems like you know me pretty well, already.
I’m just saying that based on everything I know about you from your posts. And no, I don’t think it’s bragging to be honest with yourself about who you are.
adorable, your name is perfect for you.
adorable, I’m happy you’re doing better, and that you had a great week. I don’t know if I helped at all, but if I did, I’m glad. Have a great shabbos.
M22, I’m sorry to hear about what you are going through. May you find the strength to get through all of your challenges.
I don’t think I should discuss in detail all the tragedies in my life, because people would be freaked out. I sometimes wonder how I’m still alive, let alone sane.
I’m just curious about three things:
Why do you consider it a bad habit?
What made you start this “habit”?
What kind of non-Jewish music are you listening to?
I’m pretty sure ZeesKite is not a guy. I think a few posts were deleted, which is resulting in some confusion.
I use Microsoft Security Essentials and I have Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, just in case. Both are free.
Shabbos is a day to do things that help you relax and be happy. If you enjoy reading magazines, go ahead. I personally like to sleep on Shabbos afternoon.
Whether or not it’s right, coffee, it’s perfectly normal.
I know I’ve mentioned this before, but this seems like a good thread to bring it up on, since it’s related:
In D’veikus’s song “Na’ar Hayisi”, the word “Lachem” (in the phrase “V’zaro mevakaish lachem”) is pronounced with the emphasis on the second syllable: laCHEM. The correct pronunciation is LAchem, with the emphasis on the first syllable. I think this causes people to pronounce it incorrectly when bentching, and it completely changes the meaning of the word from “Bread” to “To you”.
I’m unfamiliar with this song “Yavo”, since I really don’t know too much Jewish music from this century. But I thank you for bringing it up.
Macs are more focused on ease of use, and are better equipped for graphics, movie/photo editing, and made to appear more attractive, both externally and software-wise, to your average consumer.
PCs are more focused on providing an overall adequate user experience that allows more modification for more advanced consumers to personalize it to their specific needs.
When I needed a laptop for college, I wanted a Mac, but at the time, many programs I’d be using in class weren’t compatible with it. I therefore purchased a PC, and it has worked well for me.
adorable, I’m just curious..what aspect of the CR do you dream about? Writing posts? Members?
And it’s great to have you back!
ZeesKite, for me, that’s every day. I’m always apologizing for things. I have to learn how to stop.
I play basketball every day in the summer, and I shower right afterwards. I was told that is perfectly fine…and even recommended.
Turns out the Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival is during the 9 days, and I therefore won’t be going. Oh well. It’s probably for the best. I’ll find something else later in the summer.
It could be any number of things that he would not feel comfortable saying outright. Sometimes, there really is a lack of chemistry, but that term is sometimes also used to cover up a more uncomfortable or serious issue.
I happen to think that people sometimes break it off too quickly because they claim they don’t feel chemistry or emotionally attached. Well, I’m not surprised…It’s difficult to be emotionally attached after a few dates. Perhaps if they kept it up for longer, and began to feel more comfortable around each other, they would develop an attachment or “chemistry”.
Goq, I was totally unaware of your situation before this thread, and I’m sorry to learn of it. I must say you seem to be incredibly strong willed and positive to be able to go on with seemingly no problems at all. I can only try to be as strong willed as you when dealing with my own family situation. Respect, bro.
blaba, I’m no Rav, but I think you would be allowed to listen to anything that would get you out of your current state of mind, and make you happier.
About my poem, which are lyrics to a song I wrote- The song is pretty much straight up Heavy Metal, with a bit of Classical influence. I’m not sure if you guys would really enjoy it. And I’m also not sure how I would get it to you so you can listen to it.
These are the lyrics for a song I composed:
Even in the darkest days, there’s still a ray of light
When your world is crashing down, hope is still in sight
Surrounded by all evil, walls are caving in
Say and think “It’s for the best” and battles you will win
Lift up your head and let it be
Seek out the good from your misery
When all is blind, you still can see
There’s a master plan
Why do you suffer when you don’t think you should?
You need to realize that it is for your good
Then all the painful things that haunt you in your head
Will turn around and become peaceful things instead
blaba, I’m sorry to hear your’e feeling this way. You must have gone through something terrible. Just know that there are people here who would love to help you, and some of us have gone through quite a lot ourselves. We will listen , and we will care.
Happy to hear from you, adorable! Glad you’ve been keeping busy. Post when you can!
If I’m wearing slacks, I usually have my shirt tucked in. If I’m wearing khakis, it’s usually untucked. And no, we’re not talking white shirts, we’re talking shirts of all colors. I only wear white shirts on shabbos.
Aries, thank you! Those are perfectly valid reasons as well.
Aries, good point. (As usual!)
You may like this thread I started a while ago:
http://www.theyeshivaworld.com/coffeeroom/topic/educating-through-music
bpt- Thanks! For the record, I used to be in category C, for the reasons of trying to fit in, and I didn’t like my jacket. Now, I’m in category D…because I think my shirts are ULTRA-cool!
shlishi, fair enough. It goes both ways. If you have a love and interest in learning, try that first. If you have a love and interest in another field, try that first. Then, do what you can in your free time to help yourself and your family.
Popa, I of course agree that we must HAVE a real love for it. I specifically used the word “show” because I think not only do we need to HAVE a genuine love for it (Which we must have to begin with), but we also should go out of way to SHOW it outwardly, because some children may not see it otherwise.
Iv’e actually been saying something like this for while. Men who plan on being in kollel should have to pass an “entrance exam”, as well as show a true love and interest in learning, in order to be allowed in, just like any other profession that pays. Otherwise, get a job, and learn when you can.
Implications of a Yeshiva student in correlation with his Davening jacket:
A) If he wears it all day- He is either: More reserved, indecisive, cold, trying to be ultra- religious, hiding something “assur” in his jacket, or thinks his jacket is super cool.
B) If he wears it draped over his shoulders- He is either: Trying to be cool, trying to be practical, trying to look busy, or thinks his jacket is super cool.
C) If he only wears it by davening- He is either: Comfortable without it, trying to fit in, doesn’t like his jacket, trying to give off an impression that he’s not ultra- religious, or thinks his shirt is super-cool.
D) If he doesn’t wear one at all- He is either: Cheap, not used to wearing a jacket, too hot for a jacket, trying to give off the impression that he doesn’t like following set rules, or thinks his shirt is ULTRA-cool.
Perhaps if we (the parents) show a more outward love for Jewish practices and Judaism in general, children will want to emulate that more.
I miss adorable as well. Hope she comes back soon.
adorable, have a great shabbos. I hope you come back soon.
While it is true that Tikun Olam is an idea that the Rabbis used to institute several decrees where they saw fit, I think we can learn something from it. We can learn that it is important for us to make sure that whatever we do to follow our G-d and the Torah, we cannot use it as an excuse to degrade anything else in the world.
I think the whole beauty of this “Coffee Room” is that people from all sorts of different backgrounds, and have different ideals about things, can come together and discuss things openly. True, some people like attacking others, but let’s not focus on that. Let’s focus on how beneficial it is that we can have a place to positively discuss our similarities and differences.
I have never gone to learn to in Israel. Do I regret it? Not really. Some people seem to gain a lot from it, and others don’t. I don’t think I would have gained too much. (Except weight.)
Where is this line from, and how should one take it at face value? It seems very non-literal.
I’m currently shopping for school supplies online for this coming semester. And I’m talking like HUNDREDS of dollars of supplies here. It’s a design school, so I have to get crazy software, drawing materials, guides, etc.. Why is everything about college so expensive?
I watch a movie maybe once a week. I rarely go to the theater, because it just seems like a waste of money. When I’m married, I plan to have ‘movie night’ (around once a week) with my wife. Or, as often as she would like.