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Of course, we all prefer davening b’tzibbur. And under normal circumstances, a person davening at home by choice my guess probably would not result in a better davening. It’s just the situation, where some people are not rushing to work, or may be working but don’t have the commute, that allows for a more relaxed time to daven. The bigger challenge is minchah and maariv, which unless I set a distinct time–and remember it–there is a danger I may miss it. Davening at home on Shabbos was particularly depressing, but I still read the parsha with the haftarah.

Assuming the poster is serious (I hope not), why would it be ma’aris ayin? Goyim decorate a tree or hang a wreat or mistletoe..how does that translate to regular plants sitting in your house all year round?

A lot depends on what your family eats and how much. My family of 4 spends less but then again we are not big eaters and stay away from high priced items until they go on sale. Some people don’t care about price and just buy what they want and some families have growing kids with big appetites.

There is a small mikvah on E. 10th off of I in basement of shul that is often pretty empty, depending when you go. I used to go to “private mikvah” on E.15 and J but got tired of the long waits and the price for the privilege of privacy. I don’t even know if it is still an option.

I would love to know what conservative shuls have an orthodox minyan as part of its membership–I don’t mean a minyan that rents out space. Maybe 50 years ago there were a number of Orthodox rabbis in Conservative shuls, but how can an Orthodox rabbi serve in a shul where women are counted to a minyan and given aliyos, or the chazzan is a woman, not to mention greater acceptance of intermarriage?

Meno: Maybe you are one of the lucky ones or you have very broad shoulders

The Democrats and the media are really blowing this way out of proportion. Obama and Carter took similar actions and in November 2015 Chuck Schumer said an immigration pause may be necessary. So the outrage now is merely political to give Trump trouble. Meanwhile, nearly half the country (49%) by a Reuters polls agree with the move.

Try Jos. A Banks web site and then visit a store. When they have sales, the prices are good and the online catalog is pretty extensive. I was a SYMS fan and I still wear a couple of the suits from then. I guess they paid the ultimate price for offering such good deals.

I personally favor that but it goes against the norms of the frum community. I wish I can recall when the shidduch process changed to the way it is now that the parents basically decide whom you should date, with or without your input.

CT Lawyer wrote: For example, the centerpieces on the tables were supposed to have equal numbers of red and white roses (equal to the total number of seats at each table). DIL found the florist simply placed centerpieces with 8 roses on each table. This was not as contracted and the florist had to return to his shop and come back with the correct additional flowers and fix the centerpieces before guests arrived. She also noticed that the caterer did not have the specific brand of Canadian Whiskey we ordered at the bars. The caterer was reminded of the contract obligation and sent to the warehouse for the correct items.

These were important enough items to be noted in contracts, but not important enough for Mrs. CTL or new in-law to deal with during a chasanah..that’s why we designated a wedding coordinator.

May I ask why these issues were important? I understand they may be what you wanted but in the scheme of things, how important are they and for whom? You think the guests care?

Maybe you’re going to the wrong weddings. I do not recall any family simcha where pictures took two hours. I am not a professional photographer but I do take pictures at weddings and the baalei simcha always appreciate them. It’s a historical record of a major life event and reminiscing about a time when there were no pictures is like those who are nostaligic for a time before electricity or the telephone.

I dont have the patience to read through all the previous posts but will make the obvious point anyway: couples are getting married too quickly, barely knowing the people they marry. Scary thought that a couple dates 4,5,6 times and make a lifelong decision. How many stories have there been of a couple who knew on the wedding night that they made a mistake? Such pressure to get married, fear if they don’t accept a proposal they won’t get another chance, and the prevalence of divorces making it more acceptable all contribute.

From the sound of audience in the video clip, it didn’t sound like a lot of GOP members there. The show is booked already months in advance, so it is not likely anything that happened at the show will affect its bottom line.

Ubi: Not sure what you’re saying. The musical is not meant to be a political statement but the cast memmbers and I guess casting director are making one.

The cast of Hamilton had a right to say what they did, but it was inappropriate to single out a member of the audience and to use the stage as a platform for a political statement, especially one that expressed unfounded fears. Trump had a right to respond. And you can be sure that sine Trump is a white male, it will be open season on him for anything and everything.

Health: Why are you asking this? If you feel he did good, please tell us.

Joseph: Just when I was thinking that what normal person would actually not vote for Hillary because she is a womwn, you make your comment. Indeed there were women in Jewish history who were leaders.