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  • in reply to: How old are you? #870221
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    I’m turning 29 again…

    in reply to: Gifts on Chanukah – How Often? #628073
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    This is how we we had it growing up; My mom would buy each of us a present for every day of the holiday, and wrap them all up. Now, there were a lot of us, so no, we didn’t get expensive presents, but we each got one “big” present, and the rest little ones. Every night we got to pick one wrapped up present to open. It was loads of fun! Each of us had our own menorahs, so the entire family can share in the spirit of the holiday together. After singing all the Chanukah songs, we ate some homemade latkahs. Yum!

    p.s. who else color coordinated all the candles each night? 😉

    in reply to: Prepare to Flee America! #1139096
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    “But what if I was single and what I would do would not bother other people?”

    Well, then, that’s just sad.

    in reply to: Inspiring Quotes #1083575
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    A man without a woman, is half man, and half ape.

    in reply to: Jewish Cds Online? #625613
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    Thanks for the help everyone!

    in reply to: Random Questions #1077672
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    I posted this in another thread, but it got bypassed pretty quick by a heated debate between, well, the usual entertainment’s.

    Here I go… again:

    Wanted to hear your opinions, and why.

    A skirt that passes the knees by 2 inches.

    OR

    A skirt down to the ankles, with a slit that reaches 2 inches up before the knee.

    Which one (or both?), do you think is less appropriate, and why?

    in reply to: Facebook #691131
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    Is it just me, or aren’t we “gender mixing,” here on YW?

    Hmmm…

    in reply to: Fighting Nausea #625564
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    Hmmm… something smells a bit fishy over here…

    in reply to: Fighting Nausea #625548
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    Make sure you have plenty of fluids, and you don’t dehydrate. Dehydrating will make you more nauseous than you have to be. This may gross, but, try to stay away from foods that wouldn’t taste good coming back up.

    I ate solid high carb type foods. Getting some fresh air can help a bit. Also sucking on candies or lollypops was good.

    If your nausea gets sever, and the Dr. wants to prescribe Phenergan, ask for a prescription of Zofran. Zofran is safer than any other nausea medication when pregnant.

    I couldn’t keep anything down for the first 5 months, unless I took Zofran- that was a miracle drug.

    in reply to: The Bowling Alley #625492
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    They do make glass bottles for soda and water. It’s safer to drink from glass rather than most plastic bottles. Unless the plastic bottle is BPA free or contains a very minimal amount.

    As for them looking like beer bottles, they make a brand of ginger ale in a bottle, and from not so far away, you can’t tell the difference between soda and beer. Kids used to use that as a prank on Purim back in the day.

    in reply to: The Financial Crisis– What is the Solution? #625601
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    Personal Money Saving Tips: (I’m thinking off the top of my head, so I may remember more tips later)

    -Write a list of every single bill you have to pay every month, add it up, then work from there

    -Coupons, coupons, coupons, you don’t have to get the paper anymore, you can print them off your computer

    -Create a shopping list, so you don’t buy unnecessary items.

    -(some) off brand items are just as good.

    -Call your credit card companies, ask for a reduced interest rate.

    -Careful when applying for a credit card, read all the fine print, some rates can be variable from 8 % to 30 %.

    -Keep your eyes peeled for store sales, you can check the store’s website, when they’re having sales.

    -if you pay utilities bills, be conscious of how you use your lights, how much water is used, etc.

    p.s. if you don’t have this already, for shabbos you can get a timer for your lights to go on and off when needed.

    A couple things to think about,

    -You don’t have to buy brand name items of what so called “everyone” else has in town.

    -Keep in mind that whenever you put something on a credit card, you are spending money you don’t have (I’m not talking about necessities)

    -you don’t have to buy new clothing every season.

    -when you do buy clothes, go when the sales are hot! Sears & Jcpenny has amazing deals sometimes, keep an eye out for them. I bought baby clothes when they were having sales (they have sales very often) I did not spend more than $3 on any single item.

    -you can have some luxuries, but if you are tight with money, use them wisely, and again look online for discounts. I got a coupon online for free bowling with free soda for up to six people.

    -get regular checkups and dental visits, you may have to pay some money then, but it’s better in the long run, to prevent a $1000 bill for a root canal or hospital visit that could have been prevented.

    -speaking of medical bills, apply for financial aid if C”V you ever use the hospital facilities, &/or make a payment plan with them.

    Also apply for college financial aid from the college and a state grant.

    -if you can qualify, apply for medical assistance, food stamps, &/0r wic. Don’t cheat your way into getting this help, what goes around comes around and it’s not fair to those who are worse off than you.

    (I’m thinking off the top of my head, so I may think of more tips/ideas later)

    in reply to: Inspiring Quotes #1083551
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    “A word to the wise ain’t necessary – it’s the stupid ones that need the advice.”

    -Bill Cosby

    “Try not to become a man of success but rather to become a man of value.”

    -Albert Einstein

    “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”

    -Winston Churchill

    ” I’m not afraid to die. I just don’t want to be there when it happens.”

    -Woody Allen

    ” Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been.”

    -Mark Twain

    “You don’t stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing”

    -Don’t remember who said this, I just remember this line as a kids…

    in reply to: Tenor of Discussion on YWN: When Discussions Become Acrimonious #625796
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    Question: Wanted to hear your opinion, and why.

    A skirt that passes the knees by 2 inches.

    OR

    A skirt down to the ankles, with a slit that reaches 2 inches up before the knee.

    Which one (or both?), do you think is less appropriate, and why?

    in reply to: Facebook #691116
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    Koobecaf si eht yaw ot og!

    in reply to: Tenor of Discussion on YWN: When Discussions Become Acrimonious #625782
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    My Rav, and I, discus matters of the Real World. I’m not seriously going to talk to him about an internet forum.

    notpashut- “orthodox?”

    What’s the deal with the question mark? That is very disrespectful, and highly offensive. This is a RABBI you are talking about. (who has smicha, and IS Orthodox. Do you have smicha? I’m thinking, NOT) Learn a little something called DERECH ERETZ. Yikes!

    p.s. I am not here to argue who is right or wrong. I’m just posting my details on this matter on an internet thread in YWN.

    in reply to: Ticket on Alternate Side Parking #625472
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    walk? It can’t hurt to leave a little earlier in the morning, and get some fresh air and exercise.

    in reply to: Shidduchim & Weight #625440
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    Did I say, “shell?” Are we talking M&Ms here? hehehe

    Sorry, couldn’t help myself. I just can’t get enough of those corny jokes!

    in reply to: Tenor of Discussion on YWN: When Discussions Become Acrimonious #625754
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    squeak, “Yoshi – they do sell sleepers for adults. Yuck.”

    Nooooo I love them! Seriously the most comfortable things! I wear the biggest size in the kids, I didn’t know they had for adults! Yay, now I know what to get everyone for Channukah! 🙂

    rabbiofberlin, ujm – I’ve asked my Rabbi personally, and he said it’s ok. I can’t speak for everyone else. It’s an Orthodox Shul, and I’m not sure about the other peoples donations, but mine would be nil (except for member’s costs). Tight with money these days with babies, food, insurance, other bills, & bills & more bills… But, if I win the lottery I’ll donate a lot to the shul. & don’t worry, I’ll share with you as well 😉

    in reply to: Obscene Billboard in the Five Towns #624900
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    Ok, so it’s one thing to have big bulletins of models posing, but an advertisement of a subject such as that, for all to see, is kind of inappropriate anywhere. They aren’t advertising clothing or a car. They are advertising something of an inappropriate, distasteful nature. It’s freedom of expression, not freedom of ick.

    in reply to: Facebook #691055
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    luv2hack – I’m with you on this!

    Facebook, is for family and friends. It’s not intended to be a dating site, or a “cool” hangout & gossip site. -That sounds more like Myspace.

    As for your kids having Facebook, if you are not capable of monitoring them on the internet, then they shouldn’t have access to it.

    Because of Facebook, those who have busy lives and little one’s to care for, can stay in touch with people we love and care about, &/or find family and friends we haven’t seen in years. I had/have family in Japan, Afghanistan, Chicago, Arizona, Georgia, and many other places in the world. I’m not only talking about distant second, or third, cousins, My parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins. I have friends in Israel, Australia, England, Canada, and all across the USA. I can’t exactly visit most of these people. Calling them only becomes a game of phone tag. Oh, and as a BIG plus, the a bulk of my work consists of using the internet & other computer programs (home biz, not cheating a boss or company). How much more convenience can one ask for 🙂

    I love Facebook! woo hoo!

    in reply to: Tenor of Discussion on YWN: When Discussions Become Acrimonious #625749
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    My (Orthodox) Rav, gives the thumbs up on pants and uncovered hair.

    Who’s words do you respect more, anonymous internet posters, or your Rabbi?

    in reply to: Ticket on Alternate Side Parking #625468
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    “Double parking,” is just a “nice” sounding way to say, that you are parking illegally, in the middle of the street. By all means, do it, but don’t be surprised if and when you get a ticket.

    in reply to: Shidduchim & Weight #625439
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    smartcookie, “NEVER, NEVER, NEVER competely overlook the outer shell!!!”

    I think you may have misinterpreted my post. I was saying, that the outer shell should get attention, and for those who think you should only care about personality and have total disregard for looks, are not being realistic. Yes the personality is more important, but you should be attracted to the person you marry, and like I’ve stated in my previous posts, attraction is relative. Everyone has their own definition of beauty.

    in reply to: Tenor of Discussion on YWN: When Discussions Become Acrimonious #625733
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    pants shmants. Sleepers are the way to go. Have you seen how comfortable babies are in them?

    in reply to: Help With Shoes #624965
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    I prefer Target.

    in reply to: Facebook #691033
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    I think people get mixed up between Facebook and Myspace. They are two COMPLETELY different websites.

    luv2hack – Im in total agreement with you.

    Facebook, is an excellent site! It’s a great place to keep in touch with family and friends. With Facebook, I can keep in touch with my friends and family who are spread about all over the world. Without it, I’d probably not know much about what’s happening in their lives right now. Emailing, snail mail, or calling them is just not an option. One, because who has the time to do all that everyone everyday?

    Two, because I’m LAZY!

    It’s not the trash that Myspace is. Far from it. Myspace is basically a hangout for teens &/or singles, and other junk, junk, or more junk.

    in reply to: Shidduchim & Weight #625436
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    Those who think you should overlook the outer shell of a person completely, and shouldn’t have to be attracted to the person you date/marry, maybe you should take a better look at yourself, and perhaps you will discover that you may have a low self esteem.

    in reply to: Alcoholic Mixes #908420
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    squeak – You’re thinking of cigarettes 😉

    in reply to: The Lounge: Glad to Meet You #624876
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    Well to start off, I’m about to become a Great Aunt!

    in reply to: The Riddle Thread…. #1067692
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    OK, I’ll start off with an easy one:

    What’s the first thing that tells you that your computer is getting old?

    in reply to: The Riddle Thread…. #1067685
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    I absolutely LOVE this thread!!!

    in reply to: Evolution: Total Rubbish Because…. #624841
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    mw13 “one of the obvious flaws of evolution is that it offers no explanation for how life began,”

    That is partially true, but there are several theories as to how it all began. There are four of which most scientists agree on, one of which all of us have heard of, “The big bang.”

    Seeing is not believing. Having a visual makes something a fact. That is why we “believe” in God’s Existence. And that is also why some, “believe,” in the theory of evolution. We never see God, but some have experienced His Supernatural Phenomenon’s. We have no clear cut proof of how the world began, but science has shown us fossils.

    Both the existence of God, and evolution have at least one thing in common. That from nothing, came something.

    in reply to: The Lounge: Glad to Meet You #624873
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    I’m betting a lot of us know each other in the “real” world. Some just don’t know it yet 🙂

    in reply to: How Do I Lose The 5-10 Pounds I Gained Over The Yom Tov Season QUICKLY? #943057
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    shindy – Thanks a bunch! I was a total mess the first week, but then it got a little easier from there.

    Plus, running after a little one all day is major cardio 😉

    in reply to: Shidduchim & Weight #625429
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    I got myself a looker when I wasn’t even looking!

    in reply to: Evolution: Total Rubbish Because…. #624831
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    There is no clear cut proof of anything in this world. That is why there will forever be a clash between those who only believe in God, and those who only believe in evolution. Belief. That’s where it all lies. Because there are many missing links in evolution, and because God doesn’t physically “show” Himself to the world, things will never be certain to people, perhaps until one dies. God gave us this big world to forever explore and learn from. Why should one limit their minds only to what they see in front of them. I’ve always believed that God, and evolution, can coexist. I’ve been bashed at times, but stuck to my “beliefs” none the less. Then I went to Israel, and there I discovered many Chashuv Rabbaim who agreed and shared with my philosophies of the world.

    in reply to: Prepare to Flee America! #1139086
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    Speaking of lead, just wanted to remind parents of babies &/or toddlers (just in case some don’t know), to get your child a lead blood test. Most pediatricians order those blood tests, but if they don’t, then ask for it. The American Academy of Pediatrics website has loads of helpful information pertaining to this topic.

    http://aappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/pediatrics;116/4/1036

    in reply to: PETA #624763
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    Thought some of you may enjoy this, especially if you recognize it… 😉

    “Everything you see exists together in a delicate balance. As king, you need to understand that balance and respect all the creatures, from the crawling ant to the leaping antelope.”

    “But, Dad, don’t we eat the antelope?”

    “Yes, Simba, but let me explain. When we die, our bodies become the grass, and the antelope eat the grass. And so we are all connnected in the great Circle of Life.”

    in reply to: Veteran’s Day. #624442
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    I would like to personally thank my grandparents who fought in many wars, my father who recently retired from the military as a Colonel, my uncle who served in the military and is honored in the Veterans History Project, my sibling who recently served in Afghanistan, and to all the brave men and women in the military who had fought, and are currently fighting for the safety of the United States of America.

    Again, I Thank You.

    in reply to: How Do I Lose The 5-10 Pounds I Gained Over The Yom Tov Season QUICKLY? #943051
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    I disagree with some points here. The reason why people gain their weight back from losing it fast is because, when they get to that goal number on the scale or close to it, they stop their diet cold turkey, then a couple weeks later they’re in complete shock to discover that they gained weight.

    Weight loss depends on how much weight a person wants to lose. If it’s 10 or 20 pounds, a slower weight loss is best, but if someone has significant weight to lose, they can lose weight fast without even trying nearly as hard as a person who needs to lose less.

    By the end of my pregnancy I had gained 50 pounds! I’m short, so that is a high number for someone like me. When I got home from the hospital, I was excited to step on the scale and see that the number had gone down significantly. Do my disappointment, I had not lost any weight! It was depressing. But it got be motivated to go on a serious diet plan. I went on an Atkins type diet, and lost 45 pounds in 3 months. When I saw that the bulk of the weight was off, I SLOWLY started to add healthy carbs to my diet. I then created a well rounded healthy eating lifestyle plan. The plan included whole grains (including fiber), protein, fruits, vegetables, a multi vitamin (suggested by my Dr.) I also allowed myself ONE cheat meal a week as a reward, and something yummy to look forward to every week. I also added exercise, such as running, yoga, strength training. I lost the remainder of the weight I needed to lose a couple months after that. My baby is just about 2 years old, and I haven’t gained that weight back. I gain the occasional few pounds around holidays, and when aunt flow comes for a visit, but lose it pretty quick.

    So losing weight fast is not a problem, you just have to monitor your health and make sure you aren’t depriving yourself of the proper amount of calories, and nutrients you need. You also have to be aware when it is time to stop the “fast weight loss” diet and slowly bring yourself up to a well balanced, healthy LIFESTYLE type of eating. Also, don’t forget to include exercise. You should be getting at least 30+ minutes of cardio most days of the week, and include strength exercises during the week.

    in reply to: Shidduchim & Weight #625415
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    jewishfeminist02- “Would you suggest that a slim woman who has an ugly face should undergo plastic surgery if she wants to get married?”

    mariner- “No, but i wouldnt blame the guys for not wanting to date her!”

    Back in the day there was this boy all the girls used to go gaga for. He was handsome, smart, rich, and had great midot. The girls would always imagine the type of woman this man would marry. She would be beautiful, skinny, smart, and perfect in every other way. A few years went by, and the word came out, that this boy was engaged to be married. The girls were all so curious as to who he picked to be his bride. They all attended the Vort, to get a look at this girl, only to find out she was not what they had always imagined. She was not so pretty, never went to college, overweight, and came from a poor family.

    Things aren’t always what they seem. Boys are going to agree on the beauty of some girls, but disagree on the beauty of other’s.

    In my opinion, the only way a person can truly be ugly, is if they are a mean spirited, selfish, rude, etc.

    I have my views on beauty, my friends and I agree on some and don’t agree on other’s. It’s just how the world works.

    in reply to: Help With Shoes #624914
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    Famous Footwear, is a very budget worthy shoe store.

    in reply to: A Humorous Item #1171644
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    I LOVE riddles!!!

    Keep them coming!

    in reply to: Shidduchim & Weight #625405
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    Everyone was made differently. No two people are the same. All of God’s Creations are beautiful. Calling someone unattractive/attractive, is just their perspective of the definition of beauty. Girls with a little more meat are very attractive to many men, just as much as girls with a little less.

    What is on the inside is extremely important, but there is nothing wrong with wanting to date/marry someone you are attracted to. It is an unrealistic demand of most single men to date a girl who they don’t find attractive, and only to look for what’s inside. Who a person is inside is very important, but that does not mean you should disregard her physical attributes.

    Saying that a person should totally ignore a woman’s outer self, is insulting to some Great Tzaddikim from the Torah. Tzaddikim who recognized the outer beauty of a woman (of whom they personally defined as beauty).

    in reply to: Israel!!! #627018
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    teenager- 17 times is quite impressive! You are one lucky person. Are you currently in Israel?

    Will Hil -Lebanon, what’s it like being there? I’ve only seen it from afar.

    Ettie- Nothing really specific, just curious, because if someone hasn’t been to Israel yet, they are surely missing out. Israel is such an amazing place. One can only fully fathom the awesomeness of Israel, by physically being there.

    smartcookie- In total agreement with you!

    As for me, I was born in Israel, moved away, then visited 3 times later on for seminary & college. Currently in the USA now.

    in reply to: PETA #624710
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    Animals are very nutritious, filled with protein, iron, omega fatty acids, B vitamins, and much more. I don’t think about the killing of the animal while eating it. I was raised for the love of eating meat, so in my eyes it is not an immoral act. I absolutely love food, and meat is just one of those foods I crave.

    Your morals are against eating animals and pro choice.

    My morals are for the eating of animals and pro life.

    in reply to: Important Announcement for Lakewood Residents! #624775
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    Both the Watch Commander and Dispatch, were called, and they classified the incident as, “Breaking & Entering,” & other such terms. (and yes they were made aware that some of the cars may not have been locked).

    Let’s leave the legal terms and their definitions to the professionals.

    Unless someone here has some type of township badge, and would like to share their knowledge &/or opinions with the rest of us?

    in reply to: PETA #624706
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    Give Me a Break – Glad we got that cleared up. & p.s. I love animals (like I’ve mentioned in my previous posts). Where I was from, my family was famous for owning tons of animals (their accommodations were very acceptable, we had a large house with a huge fenced in yard). At one point we had 3 dogs (a 2 dobermans, & a newfoundland), several cats (including persian, himalayan, siamese, maine coon, & mixed.), a large turtle, hamsters, over 40 various breeds of birds (my mom bred birds as well), and more!

    Back then we were called, “The *_____ Farm.” hehehe.

    I don’t think animals should be killed for game, non medical & non food related reasons. As for animals being killed for food, I’m all for that. And those are my beliefs.

    Remember, morality is relative. I can give examples, but we’re all grown up here, and I think everyone can use their imagination’s.

    *name withheld

    in reply to: Rabbinic Titles #1024741
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    I wonder how it makes someone feel when they have a higher title, but are referred to as, “MR.”

    My father has the title, Doctor, yet at times, people call him Mr. My brother has the title, Rabbi, yet again, sometimes people call him, Mr.

    I asked them if it was insulting to them, but they just find it humorous. They know what they earned, and they know their title, so if someone doesn’t know better, and calls them something else, it doesn’t really affect them.

    I guess if someone is aware of their title, but purposely calls them by a different name, well, that’s a whole other story…

    I’m not speaking for all, just people I happen to know very well 🙂

    in reply to: Sheitels #692098
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    Whether one covers their hair or not, I personally would never wear a wig. It makes me think of cancer. For anyone who has witnessed someone lose their hair due to chemo, makes it forever impossible to ever think of wearing a wig. This may sound extreme, but some are more sensitive than others, and you can’t fault them for that.

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