The Frumguy

Forum Replies Created

Viewing 50 posts - 151 through 200 (of 292 total)
  • Author
    Posts
  • in reply to: Speeding on Ocean Parkway #994976
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Are you sure the camera is used for speeders? I thought it’s to catch red light runners?

    in reply to: Looking for a ride #985017
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Look on the left side of this page. Then just click on “Ride Sharing.”

    Hatzlacha.

    in reply to: Lifting pinky up during hagba #984841
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I’ve that there is really no mekor for this “minhag.”

    in reply to: Three days eating and davening, why #976546
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    And what’s so bad with eating and davening l’shem mitzvah?

    in reply to: Any frum Beatle fans? #982506
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Hi, Always Runs… I’m quite flattered by your offer. I don’t know if people know “at least 1 Beatle song.” It’s like Lay’s chips – you can’t have just one.

    I’ll look into that string quartet – thanks for the lead.

    in reply to: Best Kosher Shaver #972458
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I personally use a Remington R-800. It’s Kosher right out of the box. Very satisfied with it.

    in reply to: Correcting Tefillin #972192
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    It’s certainly an acceptable form of “hochaiach tocheach.” I am always grateful when it’s done for me. However, I do agree with The Wolf regarding the correct procedure. And, of course, not to do so verbally at a point when being mafsik is not allowed.

    in reply to: For the Jewish Metalhead (I know you're out there). #1023424
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I have to agree with This name is already taken. I never could stand the noise and incomprehensible screaming. Seems like it’s a cover-up for a lack of real talent. Sorry, Burnt Steak.

    in reply to: Any frum Beatle fans? #982490
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Thanks, Bookworm120 for resurrecting this thread. I knew there were more fans than those that responded originally.

    I’ve seen video of “The Fab Four” and I think that they far surpass any other tribute band out there. I can’t wait until they come to the NY area.

    When Sir Paul played in Eretz Yisroel (2008), it was right before Rosh Hashana. You can see on You Tube how he wishes a Shana Tova in a Liverpudlian accent. He stood up for what’s right. Kol Hakavod!

    in reply to: ????? out at work? #971059
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Rav Moshe has a p’sak on this.

    in reply to: Lev Aryeh #970694
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    “Like Moshe Rabbeniu and Avraham Avinu you will get nothing but trouble for your efforts.”

    But that’s in pretty good company!

    in reply to: Yeshiva World newspaper? #970282
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    There were about a dozen or so issues (freebies) around Pesach time, if I recall.

    in reply to: Who cares about sports. #970762
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Do you ever listen to those ridiculous sports radio stations? They can go on and on for what seems an eternity to discuss what WOULD happen if so and so played for this team or if so and so pitched better…

    LevAryeh, you’re correct. It is so theoretical and hypothetical and it doesn’t make the slightest difference in the grand scheme of things — both as frum Jews and even non-Jews.

    P.S. Love your videos!

    in reply to: Pedestrian's Revenge #970228
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I don’t quite understand. If you are crossing in front of the car, then that means that the driver did yield to you the right of way.

    in reply to: How to Let Loose Right Before the Mad Ellul Rush #1030112
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    This premise is so against everything which Torah-true Yiddishkeit stands for. What would Rav Avigdor Miller, zt”l say?

    in reply to: My understanding of Shomer Negia #968587
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    What finally happened to the girl – Is she still on the floor or was she able to get up by herself?

    in reply to: What Is Your Favorite Radio Show? #1064174
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    “A Taste of Torah” was an intriguing, solidly produced radio show some 25 years ago on WEVD. I still listen to the tapes of it. It should be brought back.

    in reply to: What will be the first song you listen to? #1074332
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    “Tell Me Why” by The Beatles.

    in reply to: Pacing during davening #965653
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Popa: What if I’m “homless”?

    in reply to: Pacing during davening #965650
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Thank you and Yasher Koach, Curiosity. I couldn’t agree with you more. It shows a disregard for anyone else’s tefilah and is extremely inconsiderate.

    In addition, I started a thread two years ago listing several other pet peeves of mine which take place in shul. It is:

    http://www.theyeshivaworld.com/coffeeroom/topic/shul-etiquette

    in reply to: What's your favorite thing about summer? #963383
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    1) Relaxing Shabbosos

    2) Less daily pressure

    3) Numerous, tasty summer fruit

    4) The “Q”

    5) PARKING in Brooklyn!!!

    in reply to: The "Q" tomorrow #1038854
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I have gone for several years now, I just don’t recall the details.

    in reply to: WEVD and Art Raymond #1118093
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Art Raymond was a non-frum, limited knowledge of Yiddishkeit, “disc jockey.” He many times got caught saying ridiculous things, quite often insulting the frum listeners’ sensitivities. When Zalman Umlas came along on WFMU (before Nachum Segal who pales in comparison), Jewish radio was highly amateurish. Zalman Umlas “professionalized” Jewish morning radio well beyond Art Raymond.

    in reply to: WEVD and Art Raymond #1118087
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Art Raymond is very much still around. View him on You Tube (but don’t tell anyone that you did!)

    in reply to: WEVD and Art Raymond #1118077
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I’m sure you mean WEVD.

    in reply to: Looking for Jerusalem apartment for August through September #964931
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    How do you expect someone to contact you through The Coffee Room? It’s just not set up that way.

    in reply to: Davening without Kavanah #961396
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Which you notice during your intense concentration on your tefilos

    If it’s overwhelmingly loud (which for some reason it usually is) not only do I notice it but it also disturbs my kavanah. Besides, Kol Yisroel Areivim…

    in reply to: I won 2.5 million dollars #961078
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Hi there, my long, lost cousin!!

    in reply to: Chag kasher v'sameach #960899
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Eruvin is certainly not one of the easier masechtos – but it was definitely worth the effort!

    in reply to: Davening in a minyan with a different Nusach #959928
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Derech HaMelech has it correct according to Rav Moshe Feinstein, ZT”L. But not necessarily “out loud”, just those things which need a Minyan should be said Sephard.

    in reply to: Famous Personalities who are Jewish #1027110
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I think Jackie Mason might be Jewish, though I’m not sure.

    in reply to: Is It Not Annoying When… #938117
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    1) Answering or speaking on a phone call via speakerphone – very inconsiderate.

    2) A business answering a phone with “Hello” and not identifying the name of the business.

    3) When passing someone on the sidewalk and the person would rather look down at the pavement instead of saying “Good Morning”, “Hello”, etc.

    Interesting how so many of the annoying things listed have to do with the telephone or cellphone.

    The Frumguy
    Participant

    The tznius level in Flatbush has plummeted recently, lo aleinu.

    in reply to: Forged $100 Bill #933547
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    The correct term is “counterfeit” not “forged.”

    in reply to: Misophonia #965514
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Sounds like every chasunah I’ve been to.

    in reply to: Mitzvah Tantz? #1208092
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I was born and raised in New York and I find the “minhag” (for lack of a better word) repulsive. The Kallah is kept on the other side of the mechitzah throughout the wedding in a majority of these types of chasunahs and all of a sudden she is put in front of the crowd for all to see and (almost) dance with – gartel notwithstanding. I, too, don’t see how this could be considered tzanuah.

    Besides the tircha of holding back the mishpacha and extra hour to 90 minutes, the only ones who seem to enjoy it is the badchan (raking in the cash by the hour) and the musician (the same applies).

    I’m sure you realize by now that I’m a Misnaged (and proud of it) but I personally do not remain behind (even for mishpacha) for the “Mitzvah Tanz.” Is it really a “Mitzvah”? Does anyone know the source of such a practice?

    in reply to: Meteorite injures 1000 People in Siberia #930159
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    To, Torah613Torah:

    What isn’t?

    in reply to: Hard-of-Hearing Davener #929497
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I would NEVER think to embarrass him. That wasn’t ever an issue.

    in reply to: Hard-of-Hearing Davener #929495
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I’ve had this Makom Kavua for over 16 years.

    in reply to: Hard-of-Hearing Davener #929491
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    No, just hard-of-hearing.

    in reply to: Guilty Pleasures #929889
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Beatles, Beatles, Beatles.

    in reply to: Recommendations for a Good Pair of Men's Boots #929241
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I’m amazed at how helpful everyone in the Coffee Room is. Kol Hakavod.

    in reply to: Women's Aseifa at the Palace, can someone summarize please. #917933
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    What I meant was why was the topic of the Aseifa kept secret? Are they afraid that if they advertise it as a “Tznius Aseifa” ladies won’t show? Why make people shlep over just to possibly disappoint them with “yet another Aseifa on Tznius”? Let the women know beforehand!

    in reply to: Women's Aseifa at the Palace, can someone summarize please. #917927
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Why is it such a huge secret? If they have something to say, let them advertise it so they can draw a crowd.

    in reply to: Poor Tim Tebow #931995
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    How important is this (or any sports event) in the “big scheme” of things?

    in reply to: Tefillin Shel Rosh poll #1226089
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I also wrap inward with a double daled knot. Is there a Nusach Ashkenaz – Sephard significance to the kind of kesher on your shel rosh?

    in reply to: Boots Wielding Women #911161
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I find it to be highly untzniusdik. As if to say, “Everybody look at what I’m wearing.” Goyishe tramps wear them to also attract attention.

    in reply to: Advice about appliances #899677
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    Another vote for Town Appliances in Lakewood. Least expensive and most helpful by far.

    in reply to: Romney VS Obama poll #900047
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I’m for Romney as probably an overwhelming majority of YWN readers are. Please don’t say neither – our Gedolim have paskened that it is Chiyuv to vote.

    in reply to: Private parking spaces on city streets #929507
    The Frumguy
    Participant

    I’m not sure I totally understand your rant. What is a “cut in the sidewalk” to which you’re referring? And I agree with The Wolf – please keep your voice down.

Viewing 50 posts - 151 through 200 (of 292 total)