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@popa_bar_abba: Amen, bro, amen.
@eclipse: There was a game show in the 1960s-70s called Let’s Make a Deal (CBS brought back a new version with Wayne Brady weekdays) with host Monty Hall, who by the way is a Canadian Jew born to Jewish parents. Yes, I know the religion lies with the mother.
Anyway, the whole concept of the show was to win the best prizes which were hidden behind door #1, door #2 or door #3. Sometimes the prize was a washer dryer, sometimes a zonker like a goat, yes a goat. But Monty always offered a cash prize BEFORE opening the chosen door and the contestant had to choose between the cash or the chosen door.
BTW, the contesents would show up in crazy costumes. I’m not sure what that has to do with winning prizes.
Bargaining is a human concept. HaShem, unlike Monty Hall does not bargain. We can daven, pray, supplicate, bargain but HaShem is the ultimate Game Show Host.
Hope this cleared this up for you.
Have a wonderful Yom Tov and remember to pick the right door :).
Also, please remember Pesach cleaning does NOT mean Spring cleaning. Leave the Spring cleaning to another time of the year.
Have a Chag K’osher V’sameach.
@eclipse: I don’t think HaShem’s middle name is Monty Hall. Stop relying on others and take matters into your own hands, if you can.
@ZachKessin: You bring up an excellent point about African mined slave labor.
If I may suggest, there is a book titled “Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Luster” by Dana Thomas. This is one of the best books I have ever read. I couldn’t put it down. It has changed the way I shop for clothing, pocketbooks and any other purchases I make.
Thank you for bringing this important issue to light.
@JollyRancher: Question? Do you think your co-worker would be interested in a Passover-themed gift?
@Jolly Rancher: Make sure she is NOT frum. Most people think I don’t know anything about Judaism because I wear slacks. Then when they get to know me, they are quite surprised to know that I am Yeshiva educated. Just be careful NOT to C”V insult her.
@Shlishi: most wigs today look like real hair, so your question is moot. What difference does it make if the wig is a ponytail and looks real as opposed to a “regular” wig?
@LovebeingJewish: You ask a very good question, although our “friends” are correct. A date to an ice-cream parlor is hardly a date, unless:
1. You are engaged as s2021 wrote;
2. You are not really interested in this woman;
3. You have a very tight budget.
Even if it’s #3 classier to go to a nice cafe like Spoons (13th Avenue and 50th Street) than sit in an ice-cream parlor like teenagers. Their fat-free muffins cost as much as an ice-cream cone/cup.
@truthbetold: Since the posters on CR are suppose to be anonymous, how would anyone know who the couple is sitting in the ice-cream parlor?
@S2021: Maybe the brown uniforms are nicer than the purple and orange. The UPS dude that delivers here is very, very nice and respectful. Always has a smile and a nice word to say.
Can’t the term cleaning lady be used instead of “goyta”? This is such a deragatory word to use. We should know better than to use such a horrible word. Don’t think that when you use this word in front of the “goyta” you are talking about she doesn’t understand. Trust me, she does.
@The Elegant Shnorrer: You are Elegant but most certainly NOT a Shnorrer. You want to work for your parnasah not just rely on the government or Chesed organizations to support you.
Much hatzlacha in your endeavors. May HaShem bless you with exactly what you need.
@Derech HaMelech: I don’t understand the idea 100% but there is some type of kabbalistic correlation between hair growth and activity.
What type/kind of activity?
@ brotherofurs: i heard that a beard is supposed to protect people i think-(according to kabbalah)
So, why don’t women grow beards? After all, women are people too. Correct? Please don’t say hormones. Too easy an answer.
@Real-Brisker: Thanks for getting back and answering my question.
@Real-Brisker: You are welcome (for the haskama).
Is the haskama for our agreeing about one’s mother being Jewish or is it that you have a closed-cropped beard?
@Real-Brisker: You are correct that if one’s mother is Jewish the child(ren) is/are Jewish.
On a personal note, as a woman, I personally like beards that are closed-cropped to the skin. Looks more professional and less unkempt. But that’s just me.
@JCCSG: To answer your question, I think because Diabetes is more in the forefront than Crohn’s. We hear/read about it in the mass media almost every single day.
Crohn’s is not very well known and it has to do with the digestive system which is a very delicate subject to even speak about.
I hope I answered your question. If not, let me know.
We just have to be honest with the person we are dating.
Also, no such thing as a small flare-up. It’s like someone saying I have a little diabetes. Either you have it or you don’t.
@adorable: For some reason the UPS dudes are more chill than the FedExp. dudes. :))))
@rebbitzen: Speak with your Professors. Is there anyone in your Shule/Synagogue who is a Social Worker who may have suggestions? Much Hatzlacha.
How about UNO?
True, having a chronic condition might affect a shidduch, but don’t keep it a secret. In the end everything comes out and the party lied to will probably think: “if that information was witheld what other information is being witheld?” I’ve seen this time and time again with couples who found out things about their spouses AFTER they were married. Needless to say the marriages did not work out. Tragic.
@yogibooboo: You were correct to say something. How many times have parents said: “why didn’t you tell me?” after C”V something happened.
If this woman (supposedly) called you crazy she might have her own mental health issues and might not be capable of dealing with day-to-day life issues.
You did a big mitzvah. Don’t berate yourself.
When we were growing up (in the Bronx) everyone looked out for each other and all the parents appreciated it.
Perhaps there is a 3rd party this woman respects who can maybe speak with her??
BTW, doesn’t matter if the caretaker is Spanish, French or Israeli. No need to mention the ethnicity of the caretaker.
@ZeesKite: If you are driving while sleeped deprived you are putting yourself and others at risk. Very dangerous. I’m sure your Rav would agree.
@s2021: Forget the Fed Ex dude, I’ll go with the UPS dude anytime!!!
Papa Bear: StationEry not StationAry. Are you selling or giving away?
@Commonsense: Those backyard “camps” probably do not have any insurance and threfore illegal.
We as a community are very spoiled. With the economy, job losses, and the price of kosher food, espcially for the Yommim Tovim, people will eat what is on their plates, whether g’brochts or not. We don’t always have a choice. If the rabbonim want everyone to be so m’dakdayk (spelling?) on this, how about they make provisions or invite those who are machmir to their seder tables?
Journey’s “Time to Say Good Shabbos” and anything Michael Buble.
I have friends who had very short engagements. They told me had they hadn’t been so naive, young and pressured (into marrying so quickly)they would have waited longer before getting married. Why? When the tough got going their husbands were not mature enough nor did they have the tools/techniques to deal with the issue at hand. Also, when they saw their husbands’ quick tempers and how they acted or reacted to a situation, they said they would have ran the other way.
I read each entry with much interest and and questions.
Why is it when a girl/woman such a RedNails has a “list” of what she is expecting and looknig for she is “demanding”? How about the boys/men who will only date girls/women who are size 0-2 and they are obese and slovenly? How come they are not considered to be demanindg? What is good for the gander is most certainly good for the geese.
Ladies, if your date is calling his parents to let them know he arrived at your house RUN!!! He will never really leave his family. You will always come sencond.
If he doesn’t make you feel special from the first date, he never will. RUN!!
If all he lectures all night and there’s no dialouge – RUN!!!
Remember, ladies, sometimes we have to be selfish and remember to take care of our needs and expectations before anyone else’s.
Much Hatzlacha to everyone who is looking for their zivug and b’shert.
Yogibooboo: I think I might know who you are taling about. Forget the landlord. She won’t do anything. I suggest hiring a L&T lawyer and going about your business in a legal way. Good luck!!