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Wow. Why go to school? This thread is so informative and made me extremely knowledgeable. (Okay, I’m leaving. You don’t have to tell me to!:))
Shrek: lol.
It doesn’t say anywhere in the Torah that you’re not allowed to wear “yellow shoes”. Or EXACTLY how any top should fit. Tznius to me, is common sense. What is the purpose of tznius? Not to attract strange men. Before buying/wearing something, I ask myself, will this attract any man’s att. or not?
BTW, are you in the eleventh grade? If you are, I respect you for your insight. I wasn’t too sensitive last year:(
Oh, and no, I don’t think yellow shoes are very tznius in my community (although there’ll always be some who like funky stuff..).
I was in the second grade on Sept.11. Our teacher told our class the shocking news. Boy, were we scared! (When we saw an airplane we were POSITIVE it was Airforce 1 with Bush in there..:)) I couldn’t fall asleep at night from fear.
“so to answer ur question they are being tznius after all…”
LSS – what exactly do you mean? Our Torah commands us to be tznua. Last time I checked, the OOTers (BTW, I am one too) recieved the same Torah as the “Brooklyners”. We have to do what’s RIGHT. If it’s ok to wear yellow shoes, then so be it. If it’s not ok, it’s not.
Of course I’m Dan Lekaf Zechus, but you can’t say it’s “tznius after all”. Is it, or isn’t it?
80- Lol. I love the way you put everything in perspective.
And for the record – no, we don’t own a tv (as I’m sure you expected). And I’m NOT sorry.
True. I have attended sleepaway camp for more than two summers in my life.
(Boy, you sure sound like my ninth grade writing teacher who made us write “Whole sentences ONLY!”:)
False – Red.
You are the same person (gender, age, etc.) IRL as you claim to be here.
2cool4school: Is there any change for the better? I had you in mind while I davened shacharis. Hope you’ll get better soon. Please let us know if there’s ANY change. Waiting to hear from you!
Oooops. Sorry, PBA. I guess you’re right. But, as I said before, they don’t necessarily NEED to live for a higher purpose.
PBA: You’re right. Only I think it’s reversed. MOST issues with Yiddishkeit and Bitachon stem from anxiety. And the anxiety stems from unclarity with Yiddishkeit. It’s a vicious cycle. If one wants to get out of it, they should focus on their bitachon, Yiddishkeit etc. AND their anxiety.
As for goyim being happy, they don’t have a tzelem elokim. They don’t necessarily need to live with a deep meaning (although I’ll never understand how that’s possible).
Dovv: Thanks for your insight. You can get the program by calling: 1-800-515-1133. You can also ask for their website.
It’s not a Jewish program, but it’s totally clean. The DVDs aren’t too tznius but they’re not necessary at all.
Hatzlacha.
Thanks, Shticky. I didn’t have the patience to “explain” every other word to a mod.
PE: Thanks. I’ll leave that up to your imagination;)
Sorry Zees. I didn’t have you in mind. In fact, I didn’t have anyone in mind. But the CR has become pretty immature of late. (NOT blaming anyone, okay?)
-95 I couldn’t tell whether or not you were serious. I hope the former is true.
which one is the former?
2cool4school: I’m truly surprised to hear that. Do you listen to them regularly (I listened to them every night)? It’s not a magic pill; it basically guides you how to think/react etc. You really have to be willing and ready to make major changes (I’m not indicating you’re not – just saying how it went with me). I listened to some CDs over and over if I felt it was necessary (#3 and #4 for example).
They also have a coaching program. You can contact them (their # is on every card), or wait ’till they contact you (they will after some time). B”H, I didn’t need the coaching, but they did offer it to me. (It’s not that expensive.)
I certainly hope you’ll see a change for the better. I’ll IY”H daven for you.
Hatzlacha Rabba, and please let us know how you feel.
I fully agree with shticky. This place has become an awful mess. While you’re at it, mods, please don’t allow silly or immature comments/threads. It really lowers the level of the CR. Thank you for your work.
I like immature threads. I was actually thinking of filtering out the mature ones. I mean seriously, who cares how much hair you can show from your tichel. It’s not like we’re women. -95
CB: What’s bronzed? Where do you get it done? Thanks again.
I wrote this one this past Friday when feeling like this year (which was a tough one and a growth experience for me) is almost gone. (I also wrote it as a chizuk to remember “Gam zeh yaavor – this too, will pass”.)
The years they fly
Quickly by
As if in a race
Time to chase.
The oceans I’ve cried
Are now dried;
My mad rage
Is of old age;
Of my resentment
There isn’t a fragment;
The surging pain
Didn’t remain;
The time I was embarrassed
Has long since passed;
Of that hurtful remark
There isn’t a mark.
Those times are gone
Time to move on
Leave the memories behind
For new ones to find
Only now they won’t annoy
But bring happiness and joy! (I hope so!)
I too had stomach issues while suffering from anxiety. The stomach is a very delicate part of the body where you can often feel stimulations (butterflies etc.).
I ordered the Attacking Anxiety and Depression program by Lucinda Bassett. B”H, my anxiety is gone as well as my stomach issues.
I hope you’ll get better. Please take care. Hatzlacha Rabba.
Here’s one I wrote today. (I started during class but my teacher typically took it away..;))
Round Trip
The world
Big, round and wide
Had seemed to push me
Off its side.
I felt too sheltered
Of narrow mind
So cut off
Of mankind.
The world winked
With its glamorous glitz
I felt deprived
At the end of my wits.
Like a red cloth
Waved at a bull
The world urged me
To end the life so dull.
A new life
I was going to lead
For the glorious future
Plant a seed.
I would conquer
A world so vast
True happiness
I’ll reach at last.
But in my mouth
There was a bitter taste
I was disappointed
It was all a waste.
There was no meaning
There was no goal
For I failed
To tend to my soul.
I packed my belongings
And turned to leave
My long lost Emunah
I will now retrieve.
I’ll return to the roots
I’ve once betrayed
And for the first time
Really prayed.
I am now sheltered
Once again
But now I know
I’ve found a bargain.
Absolutely. And I’m not either telling it.
Goq, perhaps she doesn’t have anything against you personally. Maybe she’s trying to keep a distance for tznius reasons.
I’m truly sorry you’re going through this. I’m sure it’s terribly painful. Your letter is beautifully written, and very moving. I think you can send it to her. I hope she’ll explain her behavior.
May you and your niece find your bashert soon. Hatzlacha Rabba.
I feel the same. Music is my boost for the day:( (Mom’s glad her eardrums won’t pop during those weeks;))
Well..Guess we’ll have to survive, just like we just did without chametz for eight whole days.
Little Sally Saucer: I like your poem. BTW, welcome to the CR:)
19
Oh! Sorry. I’m NOT 19. (I’m sure you’re gaging already. Next poster please don’t write NOT, ‘cuz it might get really dangerous.)
Binah: Thanks. Yes, B”H everything’s fine. I’m posting less these days because a- it’s erev pesach and we’ve got TONS to do B- I want to “decaf” myself from the CR. I was too addicted!
But it was nice of you to notice I wasn’t around. I was begining to wonder if anybody ever read my posts…:)
Gut Yom Tov!
Try going out with friends on Chol Hamoed and even at night when your father goes to shul. You can read books (I always get some new stuff before Pesach at the Feldheim sale), magazines, take a nap… You don’t necessarily have to spend time with your family ALL THE TIME. You can also simply tell them that you need some space right now.
I think that the fact that you’re anticipating about the upcoming situation is creating your anxiety. Also, as I mentioned before, please don’t let it scare you! Why are you so scared of a panic attack? You know the breathing relaxation and what to tell yourself when suffering from one. Besides, has a panic attack EVER hurt you? Of course not. Why are you afraid then? Tell yourself you’ll be perfectly fine. You know precisely what to do. You never made a fool out of yourself, passed out or died. IT’S OKAY.
Hatzlacha Rabba. A chag kosher vesameach.
Almost A Family was awesome. I truly enjoyed it. The plot was very realistic.
BTW, are they doing it again this Chol Hamoed? My mom’d like to go.
Hi. I decided to leave cuz I want to decaf myself:) And I figured I may as well clean for Pesach… I really want to train myself to post when it’s necessary ONLY. Also, the CR has become pretty boring of late. No offense.
Have a Kosher and freilach Pesach everyone!
(BTW, I think it was shlishi who thought I’m “wallflower” – well, sorry sir, you’re wrong. Right mods?;))
bygirl: Count me in!
Candy613: Of course I realized. Are you okay? Hope you’re here to stay! C u at the reunion!;)
Charliehall: The Canadians come here for medical treatment being that their Healthcare is so bad.
And the Israelis – sorry, there’s an Israeli at the door waiting for my tzedaka…I’ll be back soon.
TBT: That’s very inspiring. I also thought it’s so hard to say “yes” with certainty. How can you say that when you barely know the guy/girl? (yeah, even after going out on 7 dates. You never know what a person’s really like.) Your comment really gave me chizuk. Thank you.
OP, they say when you meet “the one” you feel so right away. No promises though since I never tried it..
Hi, candy! Haven’t seen you around for quite some time. Glad to have you back! Happy birthday! Gee, this is so exciting! I wish we could all meet somehow….:)
Bwashere your poems are really beautiful. I can really relate to the first one, although my “bubble” already burst;)
bygirl: Hey, 18 is exciting. It’s a great year! (it’s been great for me so far!) Mazel tov!
I assume they closed it while I posted.
BTW, how do you know what you get if you attempt to post in a closed/deleted thread?;)
I think you got it cuz you tried posting on the “how do you think_____ poster looks?” thread. They closed it, so I got it too. BTW, there’s an identical thread to this one.
Thank you, adorable. I waited for that for quite some time!:)
bygirl: Happy B-Day!
Thanks everyone! I liked yours, dancinggirl.
I only know the chorus. I think it’s on the Haddar CD.
What was the thread about? I missed it.
I wrote this one when I came to realize that everything is from Hashem and everything He does is for the very best:
Get Well Soon
The sharp blade
Made its way
Toward my heart.
It cut
Punctured
Sliced.
My heart-
It was
Wounded
Aching
Hurting.
There was
Blood gushing.
I was
Scared
Frightened
Terrified.
Why
Oh, why
Is this
Happening?
Who
Had dared
To cut
My heart
Open?
I was
Mad
Upset
Furious.
Who
Has the heart
To wound
Mine?
I was
Confused
Bewildered
Frustrated.
The pain
Oh, the pain.
Will the bleeding
Ever stop?
Will the wounds
Ever heal?
Will the torn parts
Ever be reconnected?
I stared
At the knife
At my side.
My killer.
I examined
Carefully
That awful blade.
It was
That of
A surgeons’.
Smiley: Do you mean sechel, or the amount years?;)
Wow. I thought we were going to have an intelligent discussion about the business owners who are failing due to Obama’s war against them. Never mind.
unique: You’re poems are definitely unique!
“Arent there people who ask to “prove” that it’s nonsense” and somewhere along the way, they start believing and observing”
Yes. But there’s still a difference.
“Why be judgemental? Most of us are not prophets.”
Huh? I’m not exactly sure how this is related to what I said.
TBT: Well said.
Chalila: Of course we have to answer those who have questions. I had questions too (I still have questions, only now I don’t need any answers). But there’s a difference between asking because you want to understand what you believe and to ask to “prove” that it’s nonsense.
Hakol Tov: I have to work on it everyday, too. It doesn’t come naturally. Sometimes I find it so hard to concentrate, while at other times, it takes me 10-15 minutes to finish the shemonei esrei. I find that if I cry to Hashem and daven with kavana, the entire day is different. I feel so relieved and uplifted. When I feel that I lost it, I think of what I have to thank Hashem for and how much I’m depending on Him. May He answer our tefillos bekarov!
mytake: Thanks!
Hey, everyone keep ’em coming! I love this thread!