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Contents FYI: OPTICAL ILLUSIONS

// Inside

FREE ISSUE 24 FEBRUARY 26, 2020

‫פרשת תרומה‬ ‫א’ אדר תש”פ‬

MYSTERIOUS PLACES fascinating LOCATIONS THAT naturally cause us to question

BAFFLED BY BLUE

EAT WITH YOUR EYES Unlock the secrets of food photography

My husband’s coloring was a medical mystery

PIES WORTHY OF PRESENTATION These pastries will enhance your seudah or MISHLOACH manos

THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE A pre-Purim conversation with Moshe Mayer from Moshke’s Spirits

Publisher:

YOEL ITZKOWITZ Editor in Chief:

D. GORALNIK Content Editor:

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49 // Inbox 50 // Parsha 56 //

Through the Grapevine

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Week in Review

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The Cuckoo Clock

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Political Pulse

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Food That’s Fabulously Fake

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Mysteries That Span Earth

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Feeling Blue

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Pesach Cleaning

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Climbing the Money Mountain

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Survey Results

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making reservations for plays, concerts or performances at P.S. 180, the public school on 16th Avenue between 56 and 57th streets in Boro Park, that the auditorium is not soundproof. In other words, the neighbors and people passing can clearly hear the girls singing. Also, when the windows and drapes are open, the public can easily see the girls on stage. Please note that you can easily solve the problem by closing the windows and drapes in the auditorium, as it drowns out the sound. Hatzlacha rabbah! C.P.

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I’m not a business owner, but a simple Boro Park mother who would like to raise awareness to a matter on my mind. As yom tov is rounding the corner, and we’re busily preparing for all the mitzvos that come with each yom tov, let us remember a very important mitzvah: V’chai achicha imach. As you walk the avenues, you come across various heimishe stores. Competition is great. Everyone is trying to give you the best possible prices, while simultaneously trying to earn a living. Side by side with many Yiddishe stores are many other stores that are trying to grab these opportunities to make some profit. They bring in seasonal yom tov items, such as costumes, baskets, etc. We might believe that by shopping there we will save money, but in reality, they are not necessarily cheaper! My message to you is: Check out the Yiddishe stores first! You may be surprised to notice that the prices are the same or even cheaper. Yes, perhaps, at times, you’ll be paying one or two dollars more, but, think about it: Who are you supporting at that time? A Yiddishe breadwinner, who will use the money for Torah and mitzvos. Think about it! I am hoping that the lines will be endless in all Yiddishe stores! A Boro Park Mother





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dechai sent out one letter and then returned to his learning. Not long afterward, the person to whom R’ Mordechai had written responded with a money order for the full amount of $26,000. Tremendously grateful, R’ Mordechai returned to the yeshivah administrator to thank him for his help, explaining that he had received the full amount. The administrator was dumbfounded and asked if R’ Mordechai’s letters had all been answered. R’ Mordechai explained that he had, in fact, only sent one letter, and baruch Hashem, he’d received the full amount he needed from that one donor. Surprised, the administrator called the former donor who had sent the large money order to R’ Mordechai and pointed out to the donor that if he could afford to send $26,000 to R’ Mordechai, then surely he could start to support the yeshivah again. The man replied that, sadly, he was no longer wealthy and was not in a position to support the yeshivah. In fact, it was not his own money that he had sent to R’ Mordechai. What had happened was that after the donor’s own daughter became a kallah, she was diagnosed with a serious illness. The man went to R’ Moshe Feinstein, zy�a, and asked how to handle

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the situation with the chasan and his family. R’ Moshe Feinstein replied that if the man’s daughter had money of her own, then she should donate it for hachnasas kallah, and in that zechus she would walk to the chuppah in good health. The man’s daughter withdrew all the money she had in her bank account and sent it to R’ Mordechai to pay his daughter’s chasunah. It had been his daughter who’d sent the $26,000, not the donor himself. It says in this week’s parsha, “V’asu li mikdash v’shachanti b’socham

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may not always see it. Hashem indeed runs the world whether we see it or not, but the more emunah we have, the more we are zoche to seeing Hashem’s hashgacha in the world. R’ Mordechai, who later became the Zvhiler Rebbe, believed strongly that it is Hashem Who is running the world, and he understood that his own hishtadlus needed not be more than writing a single letter to one person. In the zechus of the strength of his emunah, R’ Mordechai was zoche that the entire amount he needed came in response to that one letter, which was indeed an open revelation of Hashem’s hashgacha. May we all strengthen ourselves in our emunah and be zoche to the time when the galus will end and Hashem’s Presence will be clearly revealed. May it come speedily in our days.

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A pre-Purim conversation with Moshe Mayer, the popular and vivacious owner of Moshke’s Spirits in Boro Park, The Wine Cave in Williamsburg, and Liquors Galore in Flatbush Before we talk wine, I wanted to ask you about yourself. How did your name become synonymous with the heimish wine scene? I started out at age 17, working for the famed Herzog family at their facility in Marlboro, NY. I come from

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What would you recommend to firsttimers treating themselves on Purim? I like to ask new clients if they prefer their coffee black or sweet. A sweet palate we’ll start off with something fruity, bright and light, while the others will get heavier, dryer wines like a full-bodied French wine. For Purim, I suggest that first-timers stay away from sweet wines, which can

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cause nausea. I actually think most of the Purim vomiting comes from the shvigger’s sweet beef-stuffed cabbage rolls. (laughs) I would also suggest drinking at least one cup of water with every cup of wine to stay hydrated.

How about those who are social drinkers? Regulars should start with their favorite reds, but if they want to drink a larger amount during the day, they should go easy and drink rosés and white wines.

Israeli wines are growing in popularity. Is this just a matter of kosher availability, or is there something special about grapes from the Promised Land? There’s an economic factor as Israeli grapes generally cost between $1,800 and $3,000 per ton, while an equal load from Napa Valley in


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You’ve been selling wine to kosher consumers for nearly a decade; what changed most during this time? There’s an expression in Yiddish that “Azoyvee es goyisht zich, Yiddisht zich.” We live in an open world and people have expanded their horizons significantly. We’ve gone from mostly sweet wines to broadened palates that enjoy dry and unique bottles.

Is there any type of wine that you want to see more of in the kosher world? Yes, white wines. People think that it doesn’t count as “real wine”; they consider it something that’s primarily for women. But they’re mistaken. White wine has a special place in the wide and varied world of wine.

The wines on the shelves vary significantly in price. Are expensive wines really that much better? Let me ask you this: Why do some watches cost so much more than others? They all tell the same time! A brand is not just a fancy name; it represents reliability, consistency and quality. I see many customers who come in and buy wine from Herzog, Carmel or Barkan, and they truly appreciate the difference. Another benefit of established brands is that while a smaller winery will charge a premium if they have a good vintage, larger brands can af-

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ford to sell a $20 bottle that is worth $40 or $50. My customers and I prefer long-term investors to day traders.

To what do you contribute your success in this field? Similar to the previous point, people know they can rely on me. People often ask me why they should trust my recommendations. My response is that this one bottle won’t make my business successful, but your trust will! I want your grandchildren to come shop at my stores! We also have an incredible staff, all of whom love and enjoy the vast world of wine. More importantly, they enjoy educating people and helping them find what they’re looking for. Wine is not just a drink; it’s an experience, and our staff understands and values that.

Can you share what your “26 PM” wine is all about and how it got its name? The 26 PM wine is completely different every year and it’s part of my mission to encourage customers to expand their horizons. The first year we had an Argentinian wine produced by Yanky Drew from Goblet Winery, last year we had a wine made by Herzog from California grapes and this year’s batch is from Clos Mesorah Winery in Spain. It’s been a real hit. The number 26 is because my wife is the 13th of 17 siblings and I’m the 13th of 16; 13 and 13 is 26, and this number also has mystical meaning. PM is our combined initials.

Any final thoughts, Moshe? The world of wine might seem scary and foreign to many, but it’s truly a joyous and wonderful world available to everyone. There’s no better time to hop into Moshke’s than this month of Adar. Ah freilichen Purim!

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Citi Bikes Return to NYC Streets Nearly a month after they were removed from city streets, Citi Bikes are back, although it could be years until the rental bikes hit Boro Park in a significant manner. Streets Blog reported that several hundred battery-powered e-bikes are being placed on city streets, with a goal of thousands more being put into service by the end of the summer. Electric Citi Bikes hit city streets in April of 2018, but were pulled one year later because of front brake problems that threw some users over the handlebars. The newly designed bikes have rear motors and are initially being launched in Williamsburg, Bushwick and Queens, and further expansion of the program should have additional bike docks installed in the South Bronx and Upper Manhattan. Boro Park is one of six areas that will have to wait until 2024 for its own Citi Bikes. Critics have faulted Mayor de Blasio for his refusal to dedicate any public funding to the Citi Bike program, saying that the bicycles are a low-cost method of transportation that could reduce congestion. “It’s been nearly seven years since Citi Bike launched, and yet the bike-share network still fails to serve most of New York City,” said Danny Harris, executive director of Transportation Alternatives. “We need our elected leaders to commit the necessary support to expand this critical component of the transit system for the benefit of all New Yorkers.”

NYPD Investigating Theft of Pricey Equipment From Breadberry The NYPD is searching for a thief with a U-Haul truck who made off with nearly $4,000 worth of equipment from Breadberry last week. Hamodia reported that the incident took place at about 4:30 a.m. last Wednesday morning at the supermarket, located at the corner of 18th Avenue and 60th Street. Surveillance footage showed a man in a yellow reflective vest pulling up to the store and walking over to an area where equipment used to transport merchandise is housed. The suspect is described as a darkhaired man with a stocky build, who was dressed in a red jacket and pants and a gray woolen hat. He made off with ten U-boat platform trucks, three steel carts and a folding table. Anyone with any information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 800577-TIPS.

City Installs Four-Way Stop at AccidentProne Intersection Hoping to improve conditions at a busy intersection near three girls schools, Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Vision Zero program left its mark on Boro Park, with a new stop sign installed that will force drivers in all directions to come to a complete standstill before proceeding. The four-way stop was installed at the corner of 16th Avenue and 62nd Street, the site of several accidents over the past few years, reported Boro Park 24. The three girls schools located nearby are Bais Brocho High School, Bais Sura and Bobov-45.


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Theodore tries to converse with Gustav, but Gustav, frozen with fear, can hardly speak. Finally, he flees from Theodore. Aware that Theodore will search for him, he hides in a bombed-out building. Night falls, and it begins to pour. Gustav is freezing, wet, exhausted and hungry. Perhaps it is irritating to see a young woman still on cloud nine from her wedding, forgetting that somewhere there, down on earth, other people exist. She talks only about herself, thinks only about herself, and is sure that aside from her and her new spouse, the world has stopped in its tracks. But it is far less pleasant to see that same woman shedding copious tears, blowing her nose over and over, and unable to utter a single word. And to know that you’re to blame for it. Remarkably timed, Shmuely woke up just then with a piercing wail, and Miri, who was so embarrassed she didn’t know where to put herself, forgot what she was supposed to do with him. Pacifier? Bottle? Pick him up? She began to rock the carriage mechanically, peeking at Tzippy from the corner of her eye. Tzippy was sliding the album into a shiny bag that matched the leather cover. Her hands were shaking so violently that she could not grasp the zipper to close it. Miri scrambled for something to say. Maybe she could invite Tzippy for Shabbos, so they could remember they’re sisters who can get along? But Tzippy would just glare at her with hard eyes.

And besides, they were going to Yaakov’s parents this Shabbos. Maybe she could just apologize and say that she didn’t mean to make her sister cry? So what did you mean to do? Insult, scream and say whatever you want, and then expect her to just keep on smiling? Miri continued to rock the carriage vigorously, and soon the anger inside of her — or perhaps it was the envy again — mounted and overpowered the resonant voice of her guilty conscience. Why should she have to pay rich Tzippy the measly one and a half shekels the photo cost when she lived in a hole in Pardes Katz, and still couldn’t manage to finish the month? Tzippy, on the other hand — who had just been handed an abovestandard wedding and all of sheva brachos on a silver platter — owned an amazing apartment in central Bnei Brak and was also receiving a monthly stipend, without her doing anything but sitting with her hands folded. And all this simply because she happened to have been named Tziporah Genendel! Miri bent down to look for Shmuely’s water bottle in the diaper bag. She raised her head just in time to hear the door click closed. Tzippy was gone. “One second, Zeidy, I… just want to tell her something,” Miri said hast-

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“I’ll be right back,” she said in a louder voice, just to be sure. She opened the door again — and emitted a shriek. Standing in front of her was a tall man with gray hair, and perched on his shoulder was — what was that black thing? A mouse? A skunk? A dog? It couldn’t be a dog. It was too small. “I came to see who was crying and screaming like that, disturbing the whole floor,” the man said unsmilingly. “Where is Mr. Yisroel? I want to speak to him.” Miri couldn’t bring herself to answer. Heart pounding, she retreated into the room and sank onto the chair next to her grandfather. “Zeidy, Zeidy!” she wailed desperately. “The… this man came to talk to you. He — there’s an animal there!” But Zeidy kept on sleeping. Fortunately for Miri, the man didn’t enter the room, but remained in the doorway. “It’s not just an animal,” he said. “They’re two little Chihuahua dogs. But Mr. Yisroel,” here he raised his voice, “do you hear me? Why are you sleeping? It’s not good to sleep all day. At night, in the morning, at lunchtime, in the afternoon… You have guests, who are bothering the whole floor, and only you are sleeping?” A dog? That size? And why did he say there were two? Miri didn’t dare move, and didn’t even take another look. Zeidy slowly opened his eyes. He looked at her with his familiar smile, and with the same smile


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still on his face, he turned his head to the door. “Good, you’re up,” the dog owner said. “So now, please, keep yourself awake. Talk, tell stories, share memories, look at pictures, but no sleeping, Mr. Yisroel. You’ll sleep later in the afternoon, all right? Anyway, who is this baby? Your greatgrandson?” Zeidy nodded. “So teach him to be quiet, Mr. Yisroel. We can’t have this noise here. It’s a good thing that I happened to be nearby fixing the air-conditioners; otherwise, I wouldn’t have even known about this disturbance. There’s an exercise class in the room at the end of the hall, and people can’t hear the instructor’s directions. Mr. Yisroel, you need to teach your great-grandchildren not to make so much noise. Remember how much noise my dogs made at the beginning? They aren’t easy, these Chihuahuas, even if they’re small and cute.” He burst out laughing and pulled another creature from his jacket pocket. There was something hollow in his laugh, and Miri shrank back into her chair. Was this man one of the residents here? It didn’t seem so. He appeared too young, and based on what he had said, he worked here. Did they let him bring his animals here? Wasn’t it dangerous for the old people? She wondered if her mother had ever met him. Zeidy nodded and raised his hand toward the door in greeting. Miri hoped the man didn’t interpret Zeidy’s motion as an invitation to come in, because she was really afraid of animals. She shuddered. She hoped her younger sister hadn’t met the animals on her way down, because Tzippy feared animals even more than Miri did. It would be a total trauma for her. And she’d had her fair share

of trauma for one day. * * * * * “She’s not answering the phone.” Miri slowly lowered the handset. “You’d think I did who-knows-what to her… What did she get so insulted about? It was just a little thing; I honestly don’t get her. She has an income of thousands of shekels a month,

sisters were still too young. “Do you want to bake something for Shabbos to bring to my parents?” he asked, getting back to the practical side of things. He had listened attentively to Miri’s frustrations at lunch, and then in the evening again, but it didn’t look like his attentiveness and his empathetic expression were enough. She kept going back to the same subject, and still had that pained look in her eyes. “Yes, sure,” she replied distractedly. “But what I really want to do is invite them to us for Shabbos.” “To us? Why?” “To show Tzippy that I’m still a good sister.” “But she doesn’t need your food.” Yaakov was very practical. A bit too practical, if you asked Miri. “Even if you are a much better cook than her, they can afford to buy takeout without a problem, if they get stuck.” Miri looked at Yaakov. Was he joking? Trying to show her how silly she sounded with all of her comparisons between herself and Tzippy? No, he sounded serious. “You cared about her, you bought her an expensive set of linen for the wedding, and you saw that it got swallowed up in everything else she received… I don’t really want you to invite them for Shabbos.” He stood up near the milchig sink, glancing at the few dishes inside it. “I know I sound selfish,” Yaakov said, “but I’m afraid that you’ll invite them, and then you’ll work very hard to cook and to host, all to make them feel good. But then you’ll hear, just incidentally, that they went to a hotel for a different Shabbos, and another week they hosted a slew of guests and bought tons of food for them, and again you’ll feel like the gift that you exerted yourself so much to give was foolish and so unnecessary. Do you see what I’m saying?” He turned

There was something hollow in his laugh, and Miri shrank back into her chair.

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and a perfect house, and she’s not embarrassed to ask me for a measly one and a half shekels for a picture of Shmuely?! So, I told her that.” She rubbed a fingertip on the handset. “Maybe I was a bit nasty. But I just couldn’t control myself, Yaakov. We’re usually such good sisters. But since she got caught up in the whirlwind of the wedding and all that, she’s became so focused on herself and all the abundance raining down on her…” “Don’t all young couples, in the beginning, focus only on themselves?” Yaakov asked. “You’re right,” Miri admitted, “I was also in the clouds after our wedding, but you can’t compare. You know how considerate I was of her? How I included her in my preparations? We…” She toyed with the telephone wire. “My mother called, but it didn’t sound like she knew anything about this. Tzippy must not have said anything to her.” Yaakov looked at his wife. Were all women like this? Long discussions about who said what to whom, who got offended by whom, who relayed it further to whom? He didn’t remember his mother being like this, and his


on the faucet and wet the sponge under the stream of water. “Yes,” Miri replied, gazing at the strong stream of water. No, she didn’t mind that the counter was being splattered with droplets. Something else was niggling at her, but she couldn’t put her finger on it. Yaakov understood her so well. At lunchtime she’d thought he didn’t, but now she saw that he did. So what was bothering her about what he said, if he understood her so well and agreed with her sentiments? That was it — the fact that he understood. He was feeling the same frustration. And she really didn’t mean it! Not at all. She’d always dreamed that her husband and Tzippy’s husband would be the closest of brothers-in-law. She was allowed to complain a little about Tzippy, get annoyed at her, even be a tiny drop jealous of her. After all, they were sisters, and b’ezras Hashem, the tension between them would pass. But Yaakov and Peretz were just brothers-in-law; they hardly knew each other yet. Why did she have to ruin their start? She still remembered how, before her wedding, her kallah teacher had told her, “Think a hundred times before you complain about your family to your husband. Because even when you forget and move on, that stain will remain engraved in your husband’s mind, and it will be hard to persuade him later that it was just a temporary tiff and that it had all passed.” Miri swallowed. Yes, she was jealous. There were moments when she was so jealous of Tzippy that she could hardly admit it to herself. But Yaakov must not envy Peretz. She could not cause that to happen. To be continued...

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sounding victory in the Nevada caucuses. He won 46.8% of the vote. Joe Biden finished second, with 20.2% of the vote. Pete Buttigieg came in third, with 14.3%; and Elizabeth Warren finished fourth, with 9.7%. Michael Bloomberg did not compete in Nevada and was not on the ballot. Former Vice President Biden attempted to frame the results in a positive light. In an election night speech to his supporters, Biden lauded his first second-place finish as a sign of a comeback. “We’re alive, and we’re coming back,” he said. How-

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ever, Biden’s optimism may be misplaced; even though he finished second, his vote total was less than half of Sanders’. THE DELEGATE COUNT: After strong showings in

the primary and caucus contests of Iowa, New Hampshire and Nevada, Senator Sanders has begun to build a formidable delegate lead. Sanders currently leads the pack of contenders with 45 pledged delegates. Mayor Pete Buttigieg is second with 25, and Joe Biden lags in third place with 15. Current polling projects that Sanders will perform well in South Carolina and in many delegate-rich states that compete in the March 3rd Super Tuesday contests. Current polling has Bernie Sanders winning California and shows him neck and neck with Joe Biden for the lead in Texas. Barring the


withdrawal of some moderate candidates before Super Tuesday, it is likely that Bernie Sanders will secure a plurality of delegates and an insurmountable lead for the nomination. Even if some moderate candidates pull out, it is not at all clear that it will be enough to blunt Bernie’s momentum. Polling averages show Sanders defeating both Bloomberg and Buttigieg in hypothetical one-on-one matches among Democratic primary voters. Biden and Warren are the two candidates that appear best poised to challenge Sanders in one-on-one matchups. THE

CHALLENGES: Mainstream establishment Democrats have begun to panic over Sanders’ rise. They perceive the echoes of President Donald Trump’s victorious anti-establishment campaign of 2016. Sanders can expect to be on the receiving end of harsh and pointed criticism by his primary competitors. They will now be aiming to topple him from his front-runner status. There is also the possibility that Michael Bloomberg will begin to use his wealth to unleash a barrage of negative ads against Sanders and his campaign.

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Upgrade your Purim seudah (or any meal or occasion, for that matter) with these delectable pies. They keep well on the table, even for several hours. As family, friends, neighbors and strangers stream through your door on this festive and hectic day, you’ll be glad to have something special on hand to serve the masses. Are you being hosted by others for the Purim seudah? Gift your hostess with one of these statement delicacies placed inside an acrylic or plastic box tied with a pretty ribbon.

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This very elegant presentation with a divine, meltin-the-mouth taste is a winning combination! While it is a bit more timeconsuming to make than your average apple pie, each of the components can be made two to three days in advance and refrigerated; even the dough can be pressed into the pans and frozen. However, assemble the pies only prior to baking.


Crust

Apple Filling

Yields enough for two pies.

Yields enough for two pies.

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

1½ sticks margarine, at room temperature

8 Cortland apples, cut into small cubes

⅓ cup sugar

⅓ cup sugar

1 egg

⅓ cup light brown sugar

½ tsp. vanilla extract

1 tsp. cinnamon

2 packed cups flour

2 T. lemon juice

DIRECTIONS

DIRECTIONS

In a bowl, mix everything together by hand. Divide dough in two. Press each part firmly into a pie pan. (I rolled each part of the dough into a long log and then pressed it into the bottom of the pan and halfway up the sides.)

In a large saucepan or pot, mix all of the ingredients. Cover and place over a medium flame and saute for approximately 25 minutes, stirring several times, until apples become a little soft.

Crumble Yields enough for two pies.

INGREDIENTS 2¼ cups flour 1¼ cups sugar 1 T. baking powder ¾ tsp. salt 1¼ sticks margarine ½ cup chopped pecans (not glazed)

DIRECTIONS Mix the first five ingredients until crumbly. Mix in the pecans.

Assembly 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Press each part of the divided dough into a pan. 2. Divide the apple filling between the two pies; spread over crust. 3. Press half of the crumble onto each of the pies. It will look quite dense, but it’ll shrink a bit as it bakes. 4. Bake for 50 minutes. Allow to cool before very carefully removing from the pans. You may want to keep it on the bottom support of the pan. 5. Top with confectioners’ sugar if desired. Best when used the day you bake them.

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Apple and Blueberry Turnovers These puff pastry turnovers are light and flaky little puffs that are filled with delicious, fresh fruit fillings. The fresh fruits lend a burst of flavor that really wins over their overly sweet store-bought counterparts. They’re super easy to make, since you start with storebought frozen dough. As an added bonus, they freeze beautifully raw, and you can pop them out of the freezer to bake any time you like!

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Blueberry Filling INGREDIENTS 1 package puff pastry squares, 36 pack

INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries ½ cup sugar 1 T. lemon juice 1 T. cornstarch 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash

Apple Filling INGREDIENTS 2 Cortland apples, diced very small ¼ cup sugar ½ tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 T. flour 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 375°. Mix together the apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice and flour. 2. Work with one piece of dough at a time. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of the dough. Pinch the edges tightly together and place on a lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough squares. 3. Brush with egg wash. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly golden and puffed up. Top generously with confectioners’ sugar or drizzle with lemon glaze.

DIRECTIONS 1. In a small saucepan, stir together blueberries, sugar, lemon juice and cornstarch. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Continue cooking for approximately 2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and cool completely. 2. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each dough. Pinch the edges tightly together and place on a lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough squares. 3. Brush with egg wash. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly golden and puffed up. Top generously with confectioners’ sugar or drizzle with lemon glaze.

Lemon Glaze (optional) INGREDIENTS ½ cup confectioners’ sugar 1 T. lemon juice

DIRECTIONS Whisk together until smooth. Drizzle over cooled turnovers.

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Carrot Muffins Yields approximately 45 muffins. These muffins are just the right size, and they are moist and flavorful. This recipe yields plenty, but the muffins freeze well and are great to have on hand to upgrade any meal or special occasion.

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Muffins

Frosting

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

3 medium-sized loose carrots, grated

1 carton whip

4 eggs

⅔ package instant vanilla pudding

2 cups sugar

2 heaping T. cornstarch

1½ cups oil ¾ cup orange juice 1 T. baking soda 1 T. cinnamon

The cornstarch prevents the frosting from wilting at room temperature.

Chopped walnuts for sprinkling

DIRECTIONS 1. Beat the whip until stiff. Fold in the pudding and cornstarch.

1 tsp. salt 3 cups flour 1 tsp. vanilla sugar

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Line muffin tins (I use disposable tins) with cupcake papers.

2. Pour the frosting into a piping bag or Ziploc bag fitted with a large star tip. Squirt a little bit of frosting onto each muffin and top with a light sprinkling of chopped walnuts.

2. In the bowl of a mixer, beat the eggs, sugar and oil well. Add the orange juice and then the dry ingredients. Then fold in the grated carrots. 3. Fill cupcake papers three-quarters full. 4. Bake for approximately 24 to 25 minutes. Do not overfill your oven. If you have two ovens, you can bake them all at once between the two. (Remember that the kashrus status will depend on which oven you used, unless you ask a rav about burning out your oven/s in advance.) If you have only one oven, I suggest you bake as many as fit on one shelf and refrigerate the rest, which you should bake right after the first batch comes out of the oven. 5. Allow muffins to cool completely before topping.

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efforts, they don’t. And there’s good reason for that. The food advertisement industry has many secrets for making food look outrageously delicious — but many of those tricks actually make the food completely inedible! Let’s rip off the mask of food photography and take comfort in the fact that even if our best efforts fall flat when compared to “perfect” adverts, our gifted foods will be the real — and edible! — deal. Disclaimer: Though these tricks (and other ones) are used by some food photographers, there are many other food photographers who aim to capture only real foods with real presentation when possible. Please note that The Boro Park View prides itself on presenting real, unaltered foods in the weekly food section.

In the spirit of Purim, let’s begin with spirits and their less lively kin.

Ever seen those enticingly bubbly champagnes? The secret here is Alka Seltzer tablets! And, um, soy sauce mixed with water, of course. For why should anyone waste a perfectly good (and expensive!) drink when they can get away with a look-alike?

This foamy, frothy beer looks awfully awesome, doesn’t it? Dish soap! It’s added to the cup before the beer is poured, allowing it to bubble upward in a rich lather.

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Those little bubbles around the edges of an invitingly warm cup of coffee? Yup, dish soap again, added gently to the surface with a dropper.

There’s nothing like a cold drink on a hot summer day, the droplets of condensation on the outside of the glass testament to the chilled beverage within… But the heat of the photographer’s lights will warm any drink up pronto, so to fake that chilled look, a glycerin mix is spritzed using a spray bottle. The droplets stay put, and the effect is easily achieved. This trick is often used to make fruit look dewy as well.

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Let’s move on to meats.

Plump and perfect, those succulent cuts of meat just look so appetizing! You’d probably not want to eat them, though… When cooked, meat shrinks, losing some of its oomph and emphasizing any unwanted textures. Sometimes photographers will char the top of a slice of meat with a blowtorch, leaving the insides undone. To make the meat shine, it’ll either be bathed in oil or at least smeared with it, and shoe polish can darken up meat that is too red.

When it comes to poultry, the secret to a perfectly golden skin is to paint it! Furniture stain on the raw bird is popular for such a shot…

Gorgeous grill marks make every tummy rumble, don’t they? Unless they’re actually drawn on with a Sharpie… A more savory method of adding grill marks is to char meat with a charcoal starter.

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Every wonder why your burgers seem so… flat? Well, they’d also have added height if you were to put cardboard between the layers! (And toothpicks, to hold all the ingredients in place.)

To make a dish appear piping hot, food photographers will place dry ice, soaked and heated cotton balls, or burning incense sticks behind a dish.

No food is spared. Even decadent desserts and fabulous fruits are treated to “enhancements...”

Though it’s common knowledge that mashed potatoes are sometimes used as a stand-in for ice cream, shortening mixed with powdered sugar is another popular no-melt ice cream option.

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Whipped cream? Shaving cream! (It doesn’t melt under hot lights.)

Nobody likes soggy cereal… Especially food photographers! To avoid this, a base layer of wiggly Jello is topped with glue, and then pieces of cereal are delicately positioned on top of the glue. Bon appetit!

Oh, those vineyard-fresh grapes… Or are they dusty with talcum powder?! Deodorant works, too. And to add shine, hairspray!

For strawberries that look less than 100% rosy, as strawberries are often wont to, red lipstick is used to color in the gaps and enhance their color.

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For uber-perfect pancakes that won’t absorb the luscious syrup motor oil running down them, just give them a good spray with Scotchgard. Dig in!

Super-stretchy gooey cheese might better be better off termed “superstretchy gluey cheese”! To get the perfect “cheese pull,” as it’s called, glue is (or was, according to those who say this is an outdated method), mixed together with melted mozzarella and painted on the pre-cut edges of the slice, exaggerating that cheesy stretch when lifted. And, oh, to keep the rest of the pie in place while pulling the slice away? Nails, straight through the pie and into the table.

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We live in a world in which morning dawns and the tide ebbs and flows. In which grass is green and beaches sandy-colored. In which rivers rush and mighty rocks stand still. And there, behind the facade of science, of the rules of nature, is the hidden Hand of Hashem. In fact, the more we study the workings of teva, the more we see His imprint in His wondrous works. Nothing is a clearer example of this than the Purim story, where miracles are deftly woven into an illusion of happenstance, where seemingly natural occurrences lead to miraculous salvation. So it really is no wonder at all that dotting the landscape that is nature are gentle hints and surprising shocks of the supernatural. And although some of these mysterious phenomena can be explained with a whole load of scientific jargon, we know that the natural and the supernatural, the wonder and the wondrous… they’re all the work of the greatest Artist of all. Ein tziyer k’Elokeinu.

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Crooked Forest POLAND Nestled in a protected Polish forest is a grove of pine trees that make up the Krzywy Las, or Crooked Forest. How these trees became so perfectly deformed — each bending north in a distinct arch before continuing its vertical ascent — is a mystery indeed. It was in the 1930s that these pine trees were planted, and the hypotheses as to how their hook-shaped trunks came about vary; most go with the theory that they were purposely damaged as young saplings by farmers; others that a snowstorm knocked them out of shape. The motive brings up another series of guesses, among them speculation that they were intentionally disfigured to enable the creation of naturally formed timber for luxury furniture.

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Stone-still is a paradoxical description in this playa, this dried-up lake with its hexagonal mudcrack polygons that form when the ground is completely dry. Their weight notwithstanding (some of the bigger rocks in the playa weigh as much as 700 pounds!), these great, big rocks occasionally sail on ground, as proven by the “racetrack” trails they leave behind — imprints upon the ground that have been as long as 1,500 feet! Amazingly, the land is flat, so inclines can’t be to blame for this fascinating phenomenon. So baffled by the mystery (Is it a small amount of water that makes the surface slick? Hurricane winds? Thick sheets of ice? Dust devils?) were scientists, that in 2011 they set up “the most boring experiment ever.” The experiment was named so because they knew they may be in for a long wait; stones usually stay at rest for a decade or more before being upended from their inertia. Scientists brought to the playa rocks fitted with custom, motion-activated GPS units and installed a weather station capable of measuring wind gusts. After only two years, they got lucky and were finally able to observe their subjects in motion! It needs a rare combination, was the conclusion: the playa to fill with some water, and the pond to freeze and then begin to melt during periods of light wind. These circumstances form floating ice panels upon which the stones can glide. The discovery, though, still doesn’t make the fact any less marvelous.

Racetrack Playa CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

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Bermuda Triangle NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN Even though the mystery you grew up on has already been tamed to a great degree, the Bermuda Triangle is still a legend. In years gone by, a great number of aircraft and ships were said to have seen their demise or disappearance over this loosely defined region in the area between Florida and Puerto Rico and the Island of Bermuda. More current research has dismissed the paranormal activities of this area, chalking up much of the mysteries to inaccurately reported or embellished incidents. Today the “Devil’s Triangle,” as it is also known as, is actually a heavily traveled area frequented by cargo and cruise ships, and also flown over by both commercial and private aircraft. Another similar legend is the Michigan Triangle, a place of deadly mysteries where boats set out to sail on the placid waters and suddenly disappeared. In 1891, the Thomas Hume all but vanished on a clear day (some of the wreckage was discovered over a century later in 2006); in 1921, a ghost boat drifted back without passengers; in 1937, a captain disappeared from aboard a ship; and in 1950, an airplane vanished while flying over Lake Michigan. The Sargasso Sea is another liquid area with many peculiarities and shipwrecks — a mystery even older than the Bermuda Triangle.

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Stonehenge WILTSHIRE, ENGLAND One of UK’s most famous landmarks and cultural icons, Stonehenge has been the cause of much speculation and debate. Theories abound, but no one is quite sure how this circular formation of stones came to sit on the Salisbury Plain. What is almost undisputed is that the 13-foot-high stones, each one weighing in at about 25 tons, are quite impossible to manually move due to their massive size. While archaeologists have a pretty fair idea of when they seem to have been constructed (in three phases, the first one being a little over five thousand years ago), aside from the fact that there was a burial site there at one point, little else is known, and many questions remain: Who constructed this monument, and what was the purpose? And then the unthinkable: How were these massive pillars hauled at a time when manual labor reigned? One famous aspect of Stonehenge is its perfect framing of sunrise at summer solstice and sunset at winter solstice, but its other physical attributes just don’t point enough to its being there for astronomical observation alone.

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Water appears to be running uphill in Moncton

A car smoothly glides down this Canadian hill. The driver eases on the gas pedal, and suddenly, the car starts rolling backward — uphill! Does the top of this hill have some super magnetic powers? How can it completely defy Newton’s first discovery? While it is highly disconcerting to watch a collection of water slowly flow uphill, there’s actually less mystery and more illusion involved in this phenomenon, which exists in many areas on the globe. Gravity hills are real-life optical illusions, with an uphill slope set against another steeper one in the background that makes your brain see the road you are traveling as being either level or downhill. The more dramatic displays of this fascinating phenomenon draw many visitors, but there are lesser-known hills closer by, one actually being in Franklin Lakes, NJ, and another one in Jackson, NJ. But don’t try anything dangerous, because there are cops on the lookout for drivers too curious to drive safely on these busy ramps and roads, and attempts usually cost a handful of dollars and points before anything of interest is observed.

Magnetic Hill MONCTON, NEW BRUNSICK

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Al Naslaa Rock Formation TAYMA, SAUDIA ARABIA

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This megalith is — quite literally — a huge mystery. The Al Naslaa Rock, standing solid on two pedestals a fraction of the size of the weight they carry, has a laser-like, perfect split right in the center with flat faces that are said to be completely natural. How did this happen? When did this happen? How long will this rock keep its precarious balance? There are some theories, of course, most running along the lines of a shifting ground, fault lines, or volcanic shifts, but since its discovery in 1883 in the Tayma Oasis in Saudia Arabia, no one was able to crack the mystery of the crack.



Cano Cristales VISTA HERMOSA, COLOMBIA

Australia’s Pink Lake

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This spectacular Liquid Rainbow, or “River of Five Colors,” is fascinating to observe from the end of July until November. Red takes dominance, but the water that flows also has sections that are yellow, green, blue and black. What colors the water are actually plants of different colors on the riverbed. Similarly, there are other beautifully colored bodies of water, such as Lake Retba off the Peninsula of Senegal in northwest Africa, and Pink Lake in Western Australia, both which are colored by the pink bacteria and the red pigmented algae that grow when the water’s salt content reaches a high point. There are also some amazing confluences between two differently colored rivers that make for a fascinating sight, such as the Meeting of Waters in Brazil where the dark Rio Negro converges with the pale sandy-colored Amazon River. What’s astounding to see is that they don’t mix, just flow side by side.


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Another vivid multi-color beauty lies in the Peruvian section of the Andes, where mountains with stripes in fourteen different colors — ranging from turquoise to lavender to burgundy to pink to gold, and then some — stand tall — very tall. The different minerals the mountain is made up of are what make up this aesthetic wonder. And while it may be true that “you can’t have the rainbow without the rain,” here the rainbow loses its grandeur with wet weather, and it’s best visited under blue skies, prime time being August.

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It was one of those weeks, and if I thought so at the beginning of the week, the end of the week proved it even more. It started on Shabbos. “Ma! Come quick! Avi needs you!” Chana Sara gasped, her skirt getting tangled around her ankles as she tore up the stairs. “There’s water gushing all over the floor in the basement! Avi says he thinks a pipe burst in the boiler room, and he wants to know how to turn off the water!” Was I supposed to know? Menachem had gone to shul, so there was no asking the head of the household, and no one seemed to have a clue. Sure, I vaguely remembered him showing me the shut-off valve once upon a time when we moved into the house nearly thirty years ago, but as to where it was actually located, I had no idea now, three decades later. I ran downstairs to find water spreading all over the floor and into the various rooms adjacent to the boiler room. “I am going to run to the neighbors,” Chana Sara said as we all stood helplessly watching the water surge onto the floor and spread through every room. “Maybe they’ll know what to do.” It was a good idea. We do have the best neighbors, and someone would certainly be around who could help us — or so I hoped. Yudi from across the street arrived at the scene. “Let me see if I can find where the water is coming from,” he said, “see” being the critical word here since it was completely dark in the boiler room.

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“I can’t make out a thing,” Yudi admitted. We could hear the water sloshing around his feet with each step he took well before we could see him emerging from the depths of the room. “I’m going to get Mr. Kim,” I said. The Kims lived two doors down. It was very convenient to have them as neighbors; they had willingly helped us out on Shabbos and yom tov on more than one occasion over the years. This meant they knew enough by now to understand that I needed their help without my having to directly ask for it. The light they switched on in the boiler room proved what I had feared: It was the hot water heater, and it had an everwidening hole at the bottom of the tank. Once the light was on, Yudi found the valve and shut it off so that the tank would not keep refilling, which on the one hand would stop the flow (once the 50 gallons of water had finished spilling out onto our floor), but we were now without hot water. It was hard to enjoy the rest of Shabbos with water lapping around the basement floor, soaking the carpets and sending all kinds of detritus floating down the hallway from the boiler room, but we all made a determined effort. After Shabbos, Menachem came home from shul looking stressed. Right after Havdalah, he put in a call to the plumber who recommended that we also call a water damage cleanup and restoration specialist as soon as possible. By the next day, much of the Sheetrock in the basement had been knocked out so the walls could dry out, the carpets had been marked as a complete loss and removed, and there were four huge fans blasting away to dry things out to prevent mold from set-

come over to help with setting up the sheva brachos, had made. “The table setting is so elegant,” she’d commented, looking over the blue-and-gold themed tableware I had selected, right down to the color-coordinated blue-and-gold leafpatterned napkins she was arranging into each glass. “I got it all at Amazing Savings,” I told her. “Wow,” she said. “You have good taste!” And then she added, “I still can’t believe what you’re telling me about your basement.” “Seeing is believing,” I said. “Have a look, and then you’ll be able to commiserate with me firsthand.” “Brachy?” she called up from the basement a few moments later. “I thought you said you got rid of all the water.” “We did,” I said. “That is what all the fans are doing now — drying up any of the remaining damp patches.” “Damp patches?” she said. “I wouldn’t call what I see ‘damp patches.’ There’s a huge puddle of water on the floor.” “Not again,” said Menachem, beating all of us down the stairs. This would be the third time in a week that the drain line of our air conditioner system was giving us trouble. The coils had even been vacuumed the previous week, but with little apparent success. “Clogged again?” I asked Menachem when he was back upstairs. He looked harassed. “We’ll be hosting thirty people in four hours from now,” Menachem said, after frantically dialing our HVAC service technicians. Now he looked more than a little harassed. “The temperature outside is over 90 degrees, and we have no air conditioning! What do you mean you can’t come until tomorrow after-

The light they switched on in the boiler room proved what I had feared: It was the hot water heater, and it had an ever-widening hole at the bottom of the tank. tling into the walls. The plumber had come and gone, and we were now the proud owners of one new 50-gallon hot water heater “I can’t believe what the basement looks like,” Menachem said, clearly traumatized after watching the workers remove our carpets and demolish most of the walls of the basement we had finished not that long ago. “The carpet is ruined. The walls are gone. The plumber’s bill is just the tip of the iceberg.” It was true. The plumber had cost nearly $2,000, and now with the demolition and restoration, the bill was only going to get higher. “Relax,” I said to Menachem, who was looking pretty uptight with all that was going on. “Everything is under control.” I knew he had not slept well since Shabbos, and I was worried about him. Especially since we would be making sheva brachos that night for our neighbor’s son, who also happened to be our mechutanim. This only compounded the strain we were all feeling. The only one showing it, though, was Menachem, especially after the discovery our neighbor Shana, who’d

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mean, it is hot in here, and I haven’t been feeling totally fine, but you really think I look ill?” I nodded mutely. “He looks blue,” said Shana as soon as she came into the kitchen. Menachem had left the table so as not to cause a stir. “Are you okay?” Menachem nodded, studying the tips of his fingers, which had taken on a decidedly grayish-blue tinge. “Are you sure his breathing is okay?” Shana pressed. “Maybe he’s dehydrated?” “He hasn’t been feeling well all week,” I said. Baruch Hashem for a next-door neighbor who was a Hatzolah volunteer. Chana Sara ran over to get him. “I just hope he’s home,” said Shana, “and not out on another Hatzolah call.” “I’m here, I’m here!” said Mr. Aronson, pushing his way into the kitchen. Avi, in the meantime, went back into the dining room to cover the bentching and sheva brachos. “I don’t know,” said Mr. Aronson after the examination. “He seems to be fine. His vitals are good, other than his blood pressure, which is a little high. The EKG we ran is perfect, but his color is really off.” “Oy,” said one of the Hatzolah volunteers who’d been summoned, trying to lighten the mood, “I sure hope it wasn’t the speeches that did him in.” “I’ve never seen anything like this before,” Mr. Aronson said as he and the rest of the Hatzolah volunteers were researching any possible cause for the strange blue tinge on Menachem’s face and hands. Oxygen deprivation? Drug interaction? History? There was nothing that anyone came up with that even remotely made sense. “I don’t know,” said the last two volunteers who’d shown up to add their two cents to the mix. “Whatever this is, it’s not a classic case of anything we can find. It’s probably nothing, but what I do know is that we would feel a lot better if you went to the hospital to check this out. Better safe than sorry, and we will sleep better tonight knowing

you did that.” “Go, Brachy,” said Shana. “Chana Sara, Avi and I will take care of cleanup. Everyone is leaving soon anyway, as soon as they finish Maariv.” And so, hearts in our mouth, we climbed into the ambulance, its sirens screaming, and took off for the hospital. One look at Menachem’s grayblue features, and he was taken right in and given a whole battery of tests, all done stat. Soon the EKG came back as normal once again, as did every other test. The lab results were also normal — except for a small potassium deficiency. “There is nothing definitive that we can find,” said the puzzled emergency room doctor several hours later as he handed us our discharge papers. “I’ll eat more bananas,” Menachem joked weakly as we made our way home. We were relieved, but felt that the ax could still fall any minute. The week went by with everyone walking on eggshells around Menachem. His coloring was back to normal, and he was doing his best to

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take it easy and get lots of rest. At the same time, everyone in the family, not to mention the entire neighborhood, was trying not to show how worried they were. Having an undiagnosed problem is frightening. “Mrs. Levinson sent over some banana muffins,” said Chana Sara brightly, when Menachem walked into the kitchen after shul one morning. “That’s really nice of her,” I said, appreciating our neighbors anew. She’d obviously heard about Menachem’s potassium deficiency, the only thing we’d been able to peg the entire weird episode on, though the pieces were not at all fitting together in any way. “You can take them to work,” Chana Sara said. “And I made banana pancakes for breakfast!” “Thanks,” said Menachem, noticing the sliced bananas on the side. Then there was also Chana Sara’s banana smoothie, and packed in his lunch bag, another banana. Clearly, the potassium deficiency was going to be a thing of the past in no time. By the time Shabbos rolled around again, we were just grate-

“We’ll be hosting thirty people in four hours from now!” Menachem said, after frantically dialing our HVAC service technicians.


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ful that the rest of the week had been peaceful. No new water leaks, and the air conditioner and hot water heater were as good as new. We had yet to find a contractor to fix the mess in the basement, but I could see that Menachem was trying not to let that bother him, for all of our sakes. Still, there was that gray-blue shadow hanging over all of us; we had no idea what had caused Menachem’s episode. A visit with his primary care physician was scheduled for the upcoming week. The moment Shabbos was over, the phone rang. “Shabbos just ended!” I said, noting the ringing phone with some trepidation. Who was calling us the second Shabbos was over? Was it good news or bad? Shana’s voice burst over the line. “You are not going to believe this.” “Where are you?” I asked. “I went to Yosef and Aviva’s for Shabbos,” Shana said. “That is so nice,” I said. “How is the baby and how —” “Brachy! Just listen to me. You are not going to believe this, but they had the same napkins as you had at the sheva brachos.” “Wow,” I said, trying to generate the appropriate enthusiasm for having the same taste in paper goods as Shana’s daughter-in-law. “Brachy,” Shana went on, “Yosef’s hands turned blue just like Menachem’s did!” “What?” I gasped. Yosef was just a young boy in his twenties. “Is he okay? What happened? Did you have to go to the hospital?” “No! No!” Shana was laughing. Laughing? “It was during shalosh seudos, and he wiped his hands on the same blue-and-gold leaf napkins you used at the sheva brachos. It was the napkin all along. It leaks color! There is nothing wrong with Menachem!” Nothing wrong with Menachem! I could not believe my ears. All that worrying, the whole terrible, awful, overwhelming week — the worry, the not knowing. Could it be true that all along it was the dye in the napkins? Yet it all made sense. The tests had come back with nothing, nothing at all, because there was nothing wrong with my husband. Suddenly, all of our problems were wiped away. It did not matter that my basement was still a wreck. It did not matter that we still had not found a contractor. It did not matter that huge bills were piling up — from the hot water heater, the plumber, the water damage restoration company, the air conditioner repair, the new carpet and the restoration of the Sheetrock. Nothing mattered, other than the fact that I had the most wonderful neighbors who were looking out for me even when they went away. And best of all, my husband was just fine — no longer feeling blue — as all of our troubles had been wiped away in one stroke by a single patterned paper napkin placed in the right hands, at the right time, in the right place, by the right neighbor.

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A Watered-Down Week We’re on to the refreshing part of the eight-week cycle. We’ll lighten up on the load of Pesach cleaning this week, water down our intense focus — and… I think I’m all out of puns. Even as we recognize that the upcoming week’s true priority is Purim prep, we aren’t giving up on the countdown. One of the lovely aspects of a calendar is that we get to prepare for the expected. And since we have wisely counted on Purim prep week showing up right about here, the schedule has been planned accordingly. And so, while the priority this week will certainly be Purim, I know you can find those few minutes daily to stay on the countdown track.

Sunday

We’ll start with your bathrooms — once again an area that isn’t intended for food consumption or storage. These rooms can still benefit from a deep cleaning, though, and now is as good a time as any to cross “bathrooms” off your Pesach-cleaning list. March 1

Today’s official focus will be the vanity cabinet under the sink. If you’ve got multiple bathrooms, you’ll need to set the timer for each one individually. Remember: The goal is not to wipe over and replace the same items year after year. If the products there weren’t used, then the garbage can is probably a better place for it.

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Monday March 2

The task assigned for today will be the medicine chest. But if there is a cupboard or shelf in this room, let’s pay attention to that as well.

To organize your medicine chest: • Check expiration dates and dispose of products accordingly. • Toss leftover partial doses of old medicine. • Get rid of any items you don’t or won’t use. • Consolidate any doubles that have already been opened.

Tuesday

Let’s designate today for Purim preparation and allow the washing machine to do the heavy Pesach cleaning — by washing all shower curtains, decorative bathroom towels and bath rugs. (Do give those rugs their own designated load. They deserve it.) March 3

Bonus bathroom tip: Get hooks for the back of the bathroom doors. Instead of transferring bath towels to the hamper (where they cramp space and possibly cause a musty odor), or even throwing them right into the wash (which is entirely unnecessary), a simple and smart solution would be to hang each family member’s towel or bathrobe on a hook on the back of the bathroom door to dry.

Wednesday

Let’s wash up the tiled bathroom walls. Get your kids to help you with this task, and make it a fun competition. Keep in mind that ammonia or bleach-based products tend to strip the grout and might even discolor or damage your tiles. Your ideal spray would be an inexpensive, homemade vinegar solution. March 4

Magic Glass and Tile Solution 2½ cups white vinegar

1½ cups Dawn liquid dishwashing detergent

1. Microwave the vinegar for two minutes for optimal potency, carefully add both ingredients to a goodquality spray bottle, and shake well to combine. 2. Squirt onto the tiles, glass shower doors and mirrors, wipe away with a cotton or microfiber cloth, and watch the magic happen! (For heavier scum buildup on shower walls and doors, you might want to let the solution sit for a bit longer before wiping it away.)

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Thursday

Today we look at the laundry room shelves or cabinets. These often house a hodgepodge of bottles of detergents that are either too old, never worked well enough, or perhaps were “enhanced” with scents you really despise. March 5

Here’s my question to you: Why are you holding on to those bottles? Ownership of clutter does not need to be a permanent condition. Let those items go! If the shelves will be limited to the items you actually use, the resulting spaciousness will allow ample room for an extra bottle or two of the products you do employ. Bonus year-round laundry room tip: Before each towel or shmatte load, dampen a small hand towel or rag and wash around the top and front of your washing machine. Maintenance is the simplest and most effective trick to having a clean home.

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Back in the laundry room, today’s focus is on exteriors only. Wash the front of the cabinets, washing machine, dryer, and let’s make quick work of the walls. Depending on the size of your room, this can likely be done in just fifteen minutes. Use a timer and prove to yourself just how capable you are! March 6

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Our Pride And Glory! The Torah states: ‫ והתקדשתם והייתם קדושים‬Holy You Should Be! By wearing immodest clothing, we distance the Shechina (Divine Presence) from us. As the Torah states: ‫ ולא יראה בן ערות דבר ושב מאחריך‬Immodesty should not be seen amongst you! Or Hashem will withdraw his presence from you! When the Shechina departs, we are stripped of our protection ‫ ח''ו‬Maybe this is why so many unbearable tragedies, illness, tzoros, crushing poverty have befallen us. In the words of the Holy Chofetz Chaim Tzl in a famous letter: “A huge fire has broken out in many places through the despicable styles which the power of impurity has unleashed”…

This is why blessings and prosperity have left us… To a large degree, these loathsome styles contradict the statement of the Torah: “Your camp should be holy and there should not be found therein erveh” Tight fitting, short, (Including Maternity Wear) flashy clothing, low cut necklines, long extravagant looking sheitels, made to hide our married status! Gaudy cosmetics etc. are contrary to our values and moral code, besides being the cause of other people’s sins.

Dear Sisters! Let us wear refined clothes that are appropriate for the Jewish Princess. Let’s not lose our sense of proportion and get excited by immoral, low life fashion designers! This will cause the Shechina to reside in our midst. This will bring many blessings upon ourselves, and ultimately bring the Geulah Sheleima ‫בב''א‬.

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Life at a Glance MENACHEM, age 24: works as a retail salesperson LEAH, age 23: runs her own business sewing custom gowns and dresses ARON, age 3.5 MIRIAM, 18 months Both kids are in daycare. In the past year, Leah has had to cut down on work because Miriam has been sick a lot. Menachem’s job isn’t bringing in enough to cover, and their debts are catching up with them. Real numbers and real facts. Identifying details have been changed to protect privacy.

Recap: Menachem and Leah draw up their next budget. Things are slowly falling into place, and they feel the stress lifting off of them.

Menachem:

Leah:

I gave notice at my morning job today. My afternoon boss wants me to come in fulltime, and with the pay he offered me, I’ll end up working a lot less hours for almost the same salary. I’m excited to start my workday at 10 instead of at 7; it means I can daven and learn like a mentch and still spend some time with my family before I leave for work. I’ll end up coming home with $185 less per month, but working 72 hours less than I did until now. And I’ll also be eligible for weekly bonuses based on performance, so I think it’ll even out. It just seems like the right move. I took the questionnaire the coach gave me, and I’m feeling pretty good about it. There’s a lot I’ve learned about the retail line I’m in, and I’ve got lots of ideas on how to make things run smoother on the job. I think I’m good at what I’m doing — all that fancy sales training is being put to good use now!

Good news about this month’s budget: It looks like I’ll be bringing home more than the regular $1,500. We’ll definitely be able to fill up our emergency fund, probably pay off the next card in the snowball (yay!), and maybe even take the kids to the aquarium during winter break! Hooray! Our coach gave us a questionnaire about our performance in the workplace, and even though it is mostly geared for employees, I was able to find some tips for improving as a business owner. I keep imagining myself as the employee — would a boss be pleased with my performance? What can I do to earn a bonus this month? How can I add more value to the company? It’s changed my perspective, and I feel like I’m making headway. I was able to take on more jobs than usual, which is great for the monthly income. Plus, it’s the best feeling in the world to create these beautiful dresses and know that my clients look and feel so beautiful at their simchos!

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Coach’s Take Here’s a simple questionnaire that can help you figure out how to maximize your value as an employee.

From a scale of 1 to 10 — with 1 representing your rating as “employee of the year” and 10 being terrible — rate yourself as an employee.

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Skill and productivity: How would you rate yourself at the job you actually do? Why do you think you’re good at it? _________________________________________________________________

_____ Do you show up on time?

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_____ Do you leave only after the agreedupon time?

Is there anything you can do to raise the rating you gave yourself?

_____ Do you take vacation days or sick days more often than necessary?

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_____ How often do you break, and for how long?

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_____ Are you back on time after lunch?

Do you do only what’s expected of you, or do you go above and beyond to make yourself useful?

_____ Do you take smoking breaks?

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_____ Are you productive all day, or do you burn time chatting at the water cooler?

Attitude: _____ Do you come across as positive, ready and excited to be there? _____ Are you a team player? _____ If you work with customers, do you greet them with a smile, or do they secretly annoy you?

________________________________________________________________ When you have an idea or see opportunities to make things run more smoothly in the business, do you jump into it? Run it by your boss? Or just skip over it because “they don’t pay me enough for that”? _________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ If you were your own boss, what would you want to see yourself doing better? How can you make yourself more valuable as an employee? _________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________

Rate yourself honestly, and see what else you can do to be the best you possibly can at your job. If you feel like you’re already there, ask your boss for a performance review. Bring up three reasons you feel like you’re an above-average employee, and list three things you’ve accomplished that brought the company results. Ask your boss what else you can do to qualify for a raise. Let’s see what happens!

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Our eyes deceive us. Those little purveyors of sight are fascinating creations that interpret the world around us by transmitting data to our brains. But when not all information is readily identifiable, our cerebral matter will immediately fill in the blanks. And with our brains being so gullible, what you see is not always what you get. Enter: optical illusions.

Are You Mocking Me? The word “illusion” comes from the latin word illudere, which means “to mock,” and indeed, we recognize we are being made fools of when shown an illusion. Which begs the question: Why are we so eager to be mocked? Perhaps we relish the idea that life can surprise us in the simplest and most complex ways. It is also reassuring to realize that there are mysteries that leave even philosophers and psychologists befuddled.

Optical Illusions Optical illusions vary, but their common thread is that they introduce us to images that disagree with reality. We feel pleasantly disoriented as we realize that what we thought we were seeing is completely different from what is real. So then, how do we know what’s real? The answer is, we don’t. Of course, there are indisputable truths, but many “facts” are relative. We all are aware of positive and negative, hot and cold, and darkness and light — but even those concepts are open to our interpretation.

A. Coming out of a dark room, a mildly lit room appears bright. Coming in from sunshine, that same room seems dark. That phenomenon explains the Checker Shadow illusion. Note how squares A and B are actually the same color. Your expectation and automatic mental adjustment are playing tricks on you.

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B. The Gradient Sun illusion is doing the same thing. Moving your eyes closer and farther away from the page alters the white’s brightness — because your eyes “adjust,” much like they would when you come in from the bright outdoors. Obviously, the page isn’t changing colors, but your brain is capable of doing that for you.

C. It’s doing the same with the bowl of red strawberries — which don’t have a single red pixel in the image. But look at it long enough, and you’ll see the red. Why? In the previous illusion, your brain was providing the necessary lighting adjustment; now, it is doing a “color balance.”

D. The Kanizsa Triangle is a perfect example of the brain filling in for something that is not there. That triangle you see doesn’t exist. The image is actually of three “Pac-Men” and three v’s, cleverly aligned. That white overlapping triangle is a figment of your imagination!

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E. The Scintillating Grid illusion has had philosophers disagreeing on whether it’s an illusion or full-on hallucination. Their conclusion that we are, in fact, not hallucinating doesn’t detract from our fascination in seeing what isn’t there. The black dots we see at all corners disappear as soon as we look closely. Scientists are still debating as to which neural process is responsible for this trick, but even without fully understanding the intricacies of our brains, we can still be enthralled by this illusion.

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F. Akiyoshi Kitaoka, a professor in Japan, created a multitude of “moving” images with geometric shapes by utilizing his understanding of visual illusions, 3D art and many other facets involving our perceptual gullibility.

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The headache-inducing Square-Circle-Spiral illusion employs the same “intertwining” principle to confuse our brains into seeing spiraling circles when, in fact, a simple finger tracing will reveal that each concentric circle stands alone.


H. The Cafe Wall, a variation of the Zollner illusion, has evenly spaced lines that convincingly appear to be slanted. Some artsy architects have chosen to design buildings with their windows slightly off center, giving a similar, dizzying illusion.

I. Among my favorite illusions is the Ponzo illusion. The three cars in the image are the exact same size (grab a ruler if you doubt me!). The top one just seems oversized because our brains tell us that at that distance, it would need to be smaller.

Life Lessons

Personal Bias

Illusions also explain why circumstances in life seem more difficult or frightening when we are alone, in the dark or under stress. The exact same situation is lightened, literally, in the light of day and among supportive friends.

Reb Shmuel bar Nachmani says in Gemara (Brachos 55b), “We do not see things as they are. We see things as we are.” With so much of reality open to interpretation, when faced with something new, or even strenuous — just smile! Our brains are gullible enough to be influenced by that simple act. It will instantly make our world look and feel brighter.

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‫נפלה עטרת ראשינו‬

The Navi says, "‫ נפלה עטרת ראשינו אוי לנו כי חטאנו‬The crown of our head has fallen; woe unto us for we have sinned” (Eichah 5:16). Due to our sins and lack of kedusha, the crown on our heads – the beautiful mitzvah of kisuy sa’aros – has fallen. The crown is, however, not broken. It is up to us to pick it up and return it once again to its rightful place.

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How Do You Host?

1. How do you feel about drop-in guests? I have a pristine guest room all ready for whoever needs a place to stay. 16.16%

As long as the guest is happy to come, I’m happy to have them — but it might mean I’ll be changing linen while they’re standing in the hallway! 60.61%

Last-minute guests are a nightmare! 23.23%

2. What is your preference in regard to guests helping out? I like to give my guests the royal treatment; they aren’t allowed to lift a finger! 21.21%

Isn’t it more comfortable when the guests feel at home? I let them help me serve meals and clean up. 78.79%

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3. What do you prefer guests do with their linen? Make the beds nicely and go on their merry way. I’ll wash the linen before the next guests arrive. 25.00%

Strip the linen and leave it on the beds; it makes my life so much easier! 20.00%

However they leave the room is fine, as long as they were comfortable being here! 55.00%

4. What kind of food and amenities do you leave out for guests? Bottled water and cups 21.21%

Water and light snacks 25.25%

A whole welcome package including water, snacks, magazines, etc. 6.06%

A welcome package and various toiletries, in case they forgot something at home 3.03%

I tell my guests that “my house is your house” and give them full access to everything. 44.44%

5. If your guests would like to gift you, what do you prefer most? A fruit or chocolate platter or other nice dessert 26.26%

Flowers 10.10%

Wine 0.5%

A toy for the kids 33.33%

A serving dish or something else pretty for the home 15.15%

A handwritten note of appreciation 15.15%

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On Being the Guest

1. Do you find being a guest stressful? I make myself right at home and enjoy myself. 27.00%

It’s stressful to pack and repack, but while I’m a guest, I really enjoy myself. 32.00%

Making sure my kids don’t act too wild and break something or bother anyone keeps me constantly on edge. 30.00%

I’m only uncomfortable if I have to share a bathroom with the family. 11.00%

2. Do you mind helping out your host? Not at all! After they worked so hard to prepare for me, I’m more than happy to lend a hand when possible! 74.00%

I wish I were able to help more, but I feel uncomfortable doing so in someone else’s house. 19.00%

I’m always busy watching my kids! How can I possibly help out? 6.00%

I don’t think it’s fair that I’m expected to help out after all the stress of packing and coming! 1.00%

3. Do you always bring a gift when you are hosted? Of course! I really appreciate the work a host puts into preparing for our arrival. 52.00%

If it’s family I’m staying with, and I stay there often, I’ll buy a bigger gift after coming a few times rather than a small gift each time 7.00%

I’m deeply appreciative, but I can’t always bring a gift. 35.00%

Yikes! I didn’t realize gifts were expected! 6.00%

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4. Which two items do you appreciate the most when you’re a guest? A well-stocked bathroom 18.00%

A Shabbos lamp 30.00%

Seforim 2.00%

A clock 18.00%

Spare hangers 1.00%

A full-length mirror 11.00%

A sheitel head 7.00%

Negel vasser 13.00%

Here’s what Boro Parker hostesses would like their guests to know: We love having you! Please tell us if there is anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable. I feel awkward when there’s no conversation, so help make conversation!

Don’t overextend yourself to “help” when your hostess doesn’t seem to be appreciating it. It’s nice to offer, but take the cue when your help is declined. Please clue me in to your schedule so I know what time to expect you back.

We wish you would come more often! Just be easygoing and happy, and show me that you’re enjoying your stay at our home.

Let me know what your preferences are in regard to meal timing. Don’t overstay your visit!

Please don’t take advantage and expect or ask for babysitting service.

Please make sure to give my kids the same attention as you give yours — before mine get

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riled up from the excitement.

them.

We love when guests come, and come again! (But please strip your linen!)

Memorize the number lock info I share with you; don’t knock or ring my bell late at night.

Feel right at home. If you’re easy about it, we’ll all enjoy it more!!

Please appropriately dispose of diapers.

Please don’t be noisy.

I love when you come! Please ask me for anything you need.

Let me know if something got ruined or broken. I’d rather not find out later on my own. We love having you over!

Please know that I put in a lot of effort to accommodate you and make you feel as special and comfortable as possible.

I want you to enjoy yourself and relax, and that both of us should be comfortable.

I love hosting guests anytime; I only wish I would have more room… So as long as you’re comfortable with the accommodations, I’m thrilled!

Feel comfortable and help yourself to whatever you need. I’m not just saying it; I mean it! I’m not watching you to see what you do or eat in my house. Feel at ease.

Be heimish! Help if you’d like; don’t if you prefer not to. And don’t wait to be told — feel right at home!

Please don’t bring your own toys, stickers, etc., for your kids if they don’t know how to share, or will be taking the stuff back home.

Please give me some space during bedtime. Perhaps you can take care of your errands then.

If you need something, just ask. There really is nothing wrong with asking!

Please take care not to leave anything behind. It takes a lot of effort to keep track and return those items.

I’m human, too, and please take that into consideration. Please tidy up and clean up after yourself.

Sufficient notice is appreciated. Last minute guests are welcome, but be mentchlich and give me at least two or three days’ notice.

I really appreciate it when you don’t eat in the bedrooms — only in the kitchen and dining room.

When you come in late, or leave early, please be very quiet so as not to wake the sleeping children.

I really appreciate your coming. I live on the ninth floor, and it is amazing to have some company on Shabbos.

I don’t have serving or cleaning help, so your assistance means a lot! I really enjoy having company!

Know and appreciate that hosting is hard work, but also know that even though it’s hard, I do love guests. If you don’t know where something is, please ask instead of opening my drawers, cabinets or closets on your own. Please call before you show up. Big gifts are unnecessary. I don’t appreciate

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I don’t expect you to help, but please do clean up after yourself and your kids. Please give me my space. Don’t follow me around and watch everything I do. I love when guests feel comfortable and ask for what they need. It makes me feel so much more comfortable.


Don’t wait for me to invite you. Just come!

rule of the house.

As much as we are really happy to have you as our guest, we would still appreciate it if you can follow the rules in our house, especially regarding toys, games and books. Find out what our rules are, and please don’t look away as your kids unpack the entire toy closet...

If we were able to host someone once, it doesn’t mean we are always able to accommodate guests. Please understand if a host says no.

Feel at home, but take care of your children. Don’t leave things all over the place; clean up after yourself.

Be aware that the day starts early with little kids in the house. Feel free to sleep in, but we might wake you up! If you have any change of plans, please let me know right away.

When I know your schedule for arrival and departure, I am able to clear the children’s room and take out the amount of clothing they’ll need for the duration of your stay. I can also plan my cleaning and laundry around your schedule, so please share the information.

There is family life going on while you’re here, and while you may not agree or understand everything, please try to be respectful and nonjudgmental.

Please let me know early enough when you’re planning to arrive so I can have everything prepared.

It bothers me when my guests are shy and reply to my offers with, “It’s fine,” or, “I don’t care.”

My guests are always welcome!

Please try to stick to the time of arrival you gave, so I can pace myself accordingly.

A guest should never show up unannounced.

If I ask for something, please respect it as a

What Boro Park guests would like their hosts to know: I wish my host would know that we really appreciate their help and we don’t know how to thank them!

totally fine — I’d rather have a relaxed hostess! Being relaxed and gracious and super coordinated is nothing short of miraculous — and we’re human!

I greatly appreciate your hospitality. I wish my host would not take my presence as a pressure.

I really appreciate my hosts even when I am not in a position to bring a gift.

The favor you are doing for us is big enough — don’t apologize. Nothing has to be perfect!

The people I’ve stayed with have all been wonderful.

Please communicate when I am doing something you prefer I don’t. I’d be so happy to oblige.

If you don’t have a private bathroom for your guests, please try to keep your bathroom clean.

Please don’t overwork. Lower standards are

I’m very appreciative! And please understand that if I didn’t gift with something major or

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help out enough or if my kids were active, I really did try my best. I would love it if my host told me what gift she could use. I don’t want to buy a gift that has no use. While being a guest, I would love to pitch in, but when I’m not home I find myself being disoriented and busy being on top of my kids, and I often help less than I would want to. Let us help! It makes us feel most comfortable. And hosting is such a chesed — thank you! Please don’t fuss too much over me. I will take care of myself and ask for anything I need. Negel vasser in a noticeable spot, so guests can find it easily, is very appreciated! I’m very bad at deciphering hints. Please tell me if there’s something I can help with or do better. Letting me sleep is the best way you can entertain me. Don’t judge my parenting when my kids are in beds they’re not used to, on a different schedule, and eating food that’s not familiar. Your house does not have to be spic and span; I don’t expect a museum. Also, cold water in my room is enough. No need to prepare more than that! I try very hard to clean up before I leave, but sometimes I can overlook something. Please understand. If you need any help, I’m here. I appreciate a nice bathroom and toys for younger kids. The regular day-to-day mess and noise happen in every house. There’s no reason to feel pressured to stop it or to be embarrassed by it. When my kids are served junk for breakfast, and not the nutrition they’re used to, they end up tantruming and misbehaving.

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I really want to help serve and clean up. Please don’t tell me to sit and relax — I can’t relax watching you work so hard for me. If you invite people with little kids, expect them to cry at night. I’m sorry! I don’t mean to create a mess — I just came with kids. Please understand. Guests don’t need to be entertained around the clock. They appreciate privacy as well. Please don’t overdo it with hosting. Be natural. Serve what you normally do. I’m okay if the kugel got finished and there is not enough for us. I run a home too. And these things happen to me too. Just enjoy our company! Kids will be kids, and we know it. Please don’t feel you must discipline them. It makes us feel uncomfortable. The most important thing for most guests (in our opinion) is the cleanliness of the room. That’s what makes us comfortable — real hachnasas orchim! I’m more than happy to help. Please ask! Each host has different expectations. If I am not doing something that you expect, consider that I don’t know this is your preference! And please let me know what you prefer. It is your welcoming smile that makes me feel welcome! A few empty shelves are always appreciated. The more space my host gives me, the more comfortable I will be in your home! Please don’t keep track of what time I woke up, or what time I got home. Water, cups and light snacks in our room are greatly appreciated! Explain to your children beforehand that part of hachnasas orchim is not to bother guests too much. Guests are often hungry in between meals too.


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Family name: Fischman, 718-xxx-2042 Name of winner: Ephraim Amount of points: 20 Names of competing players: Mommy Some words only the winner found: bind, bingo, path, tape, wick The longest word found on the board: making A new word learned from the board: damp

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Family name: Fisch, 718-xxx-5918 Name of winner: Mommy Amount of points: 37 Names of competing players: Chava Mindy

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‫אטע גִ ְיּבט ׁשֹוין ִּכ ְמ ַעט אֹויף‪.‬‬ ‫אר ְׁשוִ וינְ ְדן‪ ,‬אּון ֵלייּב'ס ַט ֶ‬ ‫וערט ַפ ְ‬ ‫עטער וֶ ְ‬ ‫אר ֶר ֶ‬ ‫יער‪ֶ :‬דער ַפ ְ‬ ‫קּור ְצן פּון ְפ ִר ֶ‬ ‫ִאין ְ‬ ‫אדע אּון‬ ‫אס ֶ‬ ‫ַאמ ָּב ַ‬ ‫יקגֵ יין צּום ְ‬ ‫צּור ְ‬ ‫עצט וֶ ועל ִאיְך ִ‬ ‫ָאקעי‪ ,‬יֶ ְ‬ ‫ֶ‬ ‫ִאיְך וֶ ועל ִאים נָ אְך ְמ ַס ֵדר זַ יין‪.‬‬

‫ֶהעי‪ָ ,‬דא ִאיז ֶער! ֶער ָהאט‬ ‫הּוטן אּון ֶער‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫עטֹויׁשט‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫זִ יְך גֶ‬ ‫גֵ ייט ַארֹויף ָדא‪ֶ .‬ער ֵמיינְ ט‬ ‫ייען‪.‬‬ ‫ַארֹויס ְד ֵר ֶ‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫ַאז ֶער וֶ ועט זִ יְך‬ ‫עק ִסי אּון‬ ‫רּופן ַא ֶט ְ‬ ‫ִאיְך וֶ ועל ְ‬ ‫ארן‪.‬‬ ‫אכ ָפ ְ‬ ‫ִאים ַאזֹוי נָ ְ‬ ‫עטער‪:‬‬ ‫קּור ֶצע ַצייט ְׁש ֶּפ ֶ‬ ‫ַא ְ‬

‫ַאלע‬ ‫גִ יּב ֶ‬ ‫אלן אּון ִאיְך‬ ‫עט ְ‬ ‫ֶד ַ‬ ‫וֶ ועל ֶעס ְמ ַס ֵדר‬ ‫זַ יין‪.‬‬

‫אכגֶ עגַ אנְ גֶ ען‪ .‬קֹוים‬ ‫ֶער ִאיז ִמיְך נָ ְ‬ ‫אּפט‪.‬‬ ‫עכ ְ‬ ‫וָ ואס ִאיְך ָהאּב ִאים גֶ ַ‬

‫עדיגְ ן ִדי‬ ‫ארפּול צּו ֶׁש ִ‬ ‫עפ ְ‬ ‫אלס‪ֶ .‬עס ִאיז ׁשֹוין צּו גֶ ַ‬ ‫ַאלענְ ַפ ְ‬ ‫ֶ‬ ‫עדאנְ ק‪.‬‬ ‫ייע גֶ ַ‬ ‫קּומען ִמיט ַא נַ ֶ‬ ‫אֹויפ ֶ‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫ארף‬ ‫ערס‪ֶ ,‬מען ַד ְ‬ ‫אר ֶד ְ‬ ‫עק ְ‬ ‫ֶר ָ‬ ‫עצ ֶטע ֶפען וָ ואס ִאיְך ָהאּב ְמ ַס ֵדר גֶ עוֶ וען‪.‬‬ ‫ָדא ִאיז ִדי ֶל ְ‬

‫ַאיי!‬ ‫אד ְירט!‬ ‫אלט! ֶעס ֶע ְק ְס ְּפ ָל ִ‬ ‫ַה ְ‬

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CRYPTOGRAM Can you decode the following quote from Rabbi J. Sacks? At the top of the puzzle is a key that lists all the letters from A through Z. Each of the letters has a corresponding number. Underneath the key is a secret quote. Each of the blanks has a number underneath it. Fill in the letters that correspond to the numbers below the blanks to solve the puzzle. Three of the letters have already been decoded for you. Hint: Start with the smaller words.

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B

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D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O

P

Q

R

S

T

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V

W

X

Y

Z

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E

E

O

O

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‫עקּומען זָ אגְ ן ַאז דּו‬ ‫ֶ‬ ‫ִאיְך ִּבין ִדיר גֶ‬ ‫עפאר‪.‬‬ ‫ַאריין ִאין ַא גֶ ַ‬ ‫ֵלייגְ ְסט זִ יְך ַ‬

‫יׁשע‬ ‫עלף ִמיר‪ַ ,‬מיין ִא ִיד ֶ‬ ‫ֶה ְ‬ ‫רּודער! ִאיְך ָהאּב ִדיר‬ ‫ְּב ֶ‬ ‫טּוהן נָ אר‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫ואלט‬ ‫יׁשט גֶ עוָ ְ‬ ‫ארנִ ְ‬ ‫גָ ְ‬ ‫ייטענְ ס!‬ ‫אצ ֶ‬ ‫וארענֶ ען ַּב ַ‬ ‫קּומען וָ ֶ‬ ‫ֶ‬

‫עמ ֶדע‬ ‫יׁשער ְפ ַריינְ ט‪ .‬דּו ִּביזְ ט ִאין ַא ְפ ֶר ְ‬ ‫רּוס ֶ‬ ‫עפאר‪ַ ,‬מיין ִ‬ ‫דּו ִּביזְ ט ֶדער וָ ואס ֵלייגְ ט זִ יְך ִאין ַא גֶ ַ‬ ‫עמען‪.‬‬ ‫אּב ֶל ֶ‬ ‫אכן ְּפ ָר ְ‬ ‫עטער ַמ ְ‬ ‫יׁשט ְׁש ֶּפ ֶ‬ ‫אל ְסט נִ ְ‬ ‫אכן ַאז דּו זָ ְ‬ ‫ַלאנְ ד‪ ,‬אּון ִאיְך וֶ ועל ִדיר מּוזְ ן ְׁש ִטיל ַמ ְ‬

‫דּו ִּביזְ ט ַא ִאיד???‬ ‫רּוס ַלאנְ ד‪:‬‬ ‫ִאין ְ‬

‫ָאּבער וָ ואס ֶקען‬ ‫אֹויסזָ אגְ ן‪ֶ ,‬‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫ואלט‬ ‫יׁשט גֶ עוָ ְ‬ ‫יָ א‪ ,‬וֶ ועגְ ן ֶדעם ָהאּב ִאיְך ִדיר נִ ְ‬ ‫אכגֶ עגַ אנְ גֶ ען‪...‬‬ ‫אׁשען ִמיר ִמיט ַמיין זּון ֵלייּב‪ִּ ,‬בין ִאיְך ִדיר נָ ְ‬ ‫ִאיְך טּון? זֵ יי ְס ְט ַר ֶ‬

‫ֵלייּב?!?‬

‫עקּומען‬ ‫ֶ‬ ‫רּוס ַלאנְ ד ִאיז ָאנְ גֶ‬ ‫ֶעס ְׁש ֵטייט ָדא ַאז ְ‬ ‫יקע ִאיז גֶ עוֶ וען‬ ‫ער ֶ‬ ‫ַאמ ִ‬ ‫ָארט‪ ,‬אּון ֶ‬ ‫וייטן ְ‬ ‫אֹויפן ְצוֵ ְ‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫עצ ֶטע רּונְ ֶדע פּון‬ ‫ָארט‪ִ ,‬אינֶ עם ֶל ְ‬ ‫אֹויפן ֶע ְר ְׁש ְטן ְ‬ ‫ְ‬ ‫עסט!‬ ‫אר ֶמ ְ‬ ‫ִדי ַפ ְ‬

‫עצט ָהאּב ִאיְך‬ ‫עהן! ּפּונְ ְקט יֶ ְ‬ ‫אדעק! ִאיְך ְפ ֵריי זִ יְך ִדיר צּו זֶ ְ‬ ‫וְ ַול ֶ‬ ‫לּוסט!‬ ‫אר ְ‬ ‫עליינְ ט וֶ ועגְ ן ֶדעם ִאיד'ס ַפ ְ‬ ‫גֶ ֵ‬

‫ארט‬ ‫יׁשט ָד ְ‬ ‫ֵלייּב ִאיז נִ ְ‬ ‫גֶ עוֶ וען‪ִ ,‬איְך ָהאּב‬ ‫אטי‪.‬‬ ‫עׁש ִּפ ְילט‪ַ ,‬ט ִ‬ ‫גֶ ְ‬ ‫יׁשער‬ ‫נּו‪ָ ,‬דאס ִאיז ָדאְך גּוט‪ֶ ,‬עס ֵמיינְ ט ַאז ֶדער ִא ִיד ֶ‬ ‫עסט‪,‬‬ ‫אר ֶמ ְ‬ ‫לֹוירן ַּביים ַפ ְ‬ ‫אר ְ‬ ‫ִאינְ גְ ל ֵלייּב ָהאט ַפ ְ‬ ‫ייכנְ ט‪.‬‬ ‫עצ ְ‬ ‫אֹויסגֶ ֵ‬ ‫ְ‬

‫קאפיטל‬

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FIVE WINNERS OF THE $5 GIFT CARDS AT TOYS4U! A $5 credit was issued at Toys4U on the account of the phone number listed on your submission.

Rachy Leser, 11, Bobov

Yisroel Aharon Einhorn, 8, Bobov 45

Sury Teitelbuam, 7, Satmar

Eliezer Duvid Goldstein, 6, Satmar

Mally Strasser, 7, Tomer Devora

Thank you to the hundreds of readers who sent in beautifully colored pages! Keep coloring!

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By: Faigy Jacobowitz Send your colored page to The Boro Park View to enter a drawing for a chance to have your artwork featured in our pages and win $5 at Toys4U! Five lucky winners will be announced each week! To enter the raffle, email your colored page with your full name to comments@thebpview.com or mail it to 1274 49th Street, Suite 421, Brooklyn, NY 11219. Submissions will be included in the drawing only if all information is filled in. Name:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________________ Age:____________________ School:________________________________________________________________

Feel free to photocopy this coloring page for the entire family.

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To have your child’s creation featured, send a picture to comments@ thebpview.com or 1274 49th Street, Suite 421, Brooklyn, NY 11219.

Dovid and Hershey Folger – School bus

See what Brooklyn kids can do!

Yocheved Mandelbaum, 3

Faigy and Yekisial Fried

Spilman Family

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Avrumy Werzberger, 5

Aryeh Tzvi Berger, 9

Tully Goldman, 10

Shmuel Shulman at a wedding he made!


Etty and Mechy Schwartz, 5, 6

Faigy Indig, 6

Chana Miriam, Toiva, Naftuli Hertzka Friedman

Eliezer Yida and Eluzer Wosner

Moshe Rosenbaum, 6

Shaindy Deblinger, 5

Moshe Langsam, 5

Yisucher Dov Koth, 8

The Bleiers

Sholi Solomon

Ossie Lichtenstein, 7 – Makas Dam

Moshe Tzvi and Peri Halpert, 8, 6

Kalmy Rottenstein, 5

F.M. Schlussel

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Chaim and Anschi Doppelt

Family Piller

Shloimy Katz, 4

Family Fischbein

Family Fischbein

Chaim Hochhauser

Moishy Hirsch, 4

Shmiel Landau, 5 – Post office

‫זלמן לייב טייטלבוים‬

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Family Rosenberg


Duvid Rosenbaum, 3

Shulem Lezer, Moshe, Shmuel Duvid, Yanky & Burech M. Ginsberg

Naftuly and Yossy Indig

Minky Berkowitz

K. Litvintchouk, 2

Shaya Retek, 9

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Classifieds FOR SALE BOYS SPRING JACKET Brand new silver jacket with shimmer from COS size 3t $50 call 347-351-4299 NEOCATE INFANT FORMULA $35 a can. 347-742-6072 CHOSSON/KALLAH GUIDE ruchniyus &gashmius. Free for Chassanim/kallos / mechutanim. Avail. at major seforim stores,and more places. 732-364-7191/0649

TOOL SET RYOBI 4 piece power tool set + 2 batteries, excellent condition, for $140. Pls call & leave msg: 731-501-1219 2 SEATER COUCH Gold tapestry fabric with wood legs, 48 inch elegant couch, excellent condition. $300 obo. Text 718-536-6599 NORDIC TRACK TREADMILL T6.5Z gently used $500 call 9176270452 BLACK FUR COAT size L from S&W for $200. Call/text 3476453533

YOYA / BABY PRIDE ASTM standards, company backed warranty, available in several colors. Free delivery. 845-263-2737 or 845-587-7941

IRENE DOLCE WIG 19” layered wig BRAND NEW. Color #6/8. Asking $450. Leave message: 718-851-2189

COAT ARCADE CREDIT $250 credit for $200. Call/ text: 347-382-0461

BABY HITCH HIKER Used Valco, great condition $45 1718-438-4734

TZIVIE ROOZ WIGS CREDIT $500 credit for $450. Call/ text: 347-382-0461

PERFUME FOR SALE Treat your kallah , a babysitter or even yourself! 2.5 oz. Especially Escada perfume gorgeous bottle COST price!! Email: wolnemimi@gmail.com

COAT FOR SALE Black ladies wool coat from S&W size 6-8. Selling for $350. 347-271-2760 SYNTHETIC SHEITEL Brand new, high quality. $35. 718 692-4187. AVOCADO OIL Chosen foods Avocado oil 67.6 oz bottle for only 20.95. 347 754 4669 POM POMEGRANATE JUICE 60 oz bottle for only 11.99 a bottle. 347 754 4669

BUGABOO CAMELEON 3 all black excellent condition with summer hood and snack tray $500. 845-587-2449 BRIDAL LACE TABLECLOTHS 84”=$140,108”=$175,120”=$200 and 144”=$240. 845-587-2449 COSTUMES FOR SALE 2 cowgirl/boy costume. size 3T and 6m. pic available. 718-871 0451

MATTRESS SET sleep better with 39” mattresses w boxsprings great deal. 3476237844

WINTER COAT Brand new black winter coat with fur SZ Medium. Unbelievable price! 718-6333016

USPS FOREVER STAMPS 48¢ per stamp! (minimum of 100 stamps) Call/ Text:(347)988-5357

AIR CONDITION Brand new. Great price. Please call/text 347-514-0751

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HALO BASSINET hardly used $75 9174742428

BLACK MAXI COSI car seat and base barely used call/text 347 369 1161

ST. JOHN KNIT JACKET black with white detail, size 10, excellent condition. $100. 718 692-4187

MARC JACOBS WATCH rose gold stainless steel $145 brand new. 718-612-5109

LUVS DIAPERS SZ 3 closed. $22. 347 461 8710 boro park

VACUUM CLEANER in perfect condition, for half price. 718-207-7549

GREAT OPPORTUNITY!

CANON CAMERAS second hand, in excellent condition @affordable prices!! Most models in stock! No warranty. Bed-Penn area. 917.789.3380

14k gold Horizon men’s wrist watch slightly used in perfect condition. Adjustable band up to 6 1/2 inches wrist size. Comes in beautiful wooden box. Asking price $1199 or best offer. Actual photos available. Please call 845-671-6590.

KINDLINE #1-236 (4 & half yrs issues) in 14 strong looseleafs, value $1400, selling for $325. 845682-1416

SILVER CROSS JET special edition Stroller , brand new condition, barely used, selling for great price. 929 271 0553

BUGABOO BEE 5 Brand New All Black For $595. Pls Call/Text: 347-527-9874

BUGABOO DONKEY Ruby red hoods new condition text 9175882294

MACLAREN QUEST beige/black in mint condition, including rain cover, all straps and accessories $175. 347-4862086

BABY BUNNY COSTUME used once, to sell for $10. Includes hooded cape, foot muffs and gloves. Call/text 347-683-4354 MATERNA STAGE 2 Milk Base great price 347254-8700 GRATES FOR OVEN Brand New in box grates for a 30” GE great price ideal for pesach 718-436-1407 WASHER/DRYER whirlpool stackable washer dryer for sale due to move. 4 years young. 347-500-2856. BUGABOO HIGH PERFORMANCE Bunting black brand new condition $160 and stellar edition with tags $180. 845587-2449

BOYS SUIT Size 7. Gorgeous velvet Delago suit. Worn once. $150 . Originally $450. 7187043333 UNIQUELY YOURS CREDIT $108 credit for $100. Please call 19178320717 IKKS BOYS JACKET Brand new, with tag, navy boys jacket with hood, sz 8, $40, originally $105. 718-8511624 DOONA Brand New Doona’s All Colors For $395. Pls Call/Text: 347527-9874 MAMAS & PAPAS CARRIAGE Light weight. brand new. used once. gray hood. one hand fold.100$.3474701844


NEW CHALLAH BOARD Brand new olive wood design challah board. $15. (does not come with knife). 718 692-4187. GIRLS SKIRT Whoopi girls sz 10 ivory, chiffon, accordian pleated Shabbos skirt. Originally $80, selling for $40. 718-851-1624 COSTUMES FOR SALE 2 scientist costumes size 10-12 for sale. Lab coat, wig & glasses. $22 each. 718-2326630 WHITE WOODEN DESK with draws. Great condition. Call 718-871-0705 CANADIAN DR SET 4 dr china clst, table, 6 chairs. $2200 Call 718-9386633 DINING ROOM CHAIRS 12 traditional chairs in very good condition with tapestry upholstery $1250. (917)2468890.

REAL ESTATE FURNISHED APT one flight up, 45th St between 12th and 13th Ave. $1,300 monthly rent, gas and electric included. 917-873-9640 1 BDRM BASEMENT APT East 10th btw. I & J. near transportation shopping and shul. reasonable rent. Shomer Shabbos. 347-3099367 SHORT TERM RENTAL 18 & 53 furnished apt. weekends, simchas.. linen towels etc. included 718-8518520 347-731-6290 CONDO FOR SALE 1400 sq ft condo. Brand new. 12th Ave ,High 40’s. Call 347927-4601 or email ymlrealty@ gmail.com

WEST PALM BEACH TWO bedroom Condo for SALE. LAKE VIEW Close to Bhm”d. call Broker @ 917-6765752 or Owner @ 718-8510445

OFFICE FOR RENT 10th Ave & 45th St. Near Hospital. Modern 2 rooms, 500 sf, private entrance. $1150. Day 718-686-0909/347524-7686 Eve

PESACH APT WANTED Looking to rent large apartment w/ kitchen for pesach. Boro park/Lakewood. Please call/text: 347-8346244

DRIVEWAY FOR RENT Overnight commercial vehicle parking, easy access, 36 street 13 avenue, 917-6751961

APT FOR RENT 10 & 45 1 BR, Full Kitch, Dinette. Freshly painted. Heimishe Bldg. NOT a basement. Day 718-686-0909/ 347-524-7686 Eve 15/59 APT FOR RENT beautiful 2 bdr apt avail for the month of April.3474701844 INVESTMENT PROPERTY Newark six unit mixed use multifamily. Price $995,000, NOI $66,512. Call/Text 973358-2203. Email marc.cre12@ gmail.com. CONDO FOR SALE 1560 sq ft condo. 3rd fl. Brand new. High 50’s, Low taxes. Call 347-927-4601 or email ymlrealty@gmail.com CENTER HALL COLONIAL Olympia Lane, Monsey. 7 bedrooms (2 en-suite) 9’ ceilings .58 acres. MIC. Owner: 845-369-3384/ 845598-2822 FOR SALE 2 family house. 16/41 Building 20×50, lot 20x701st floor 2br 1ba Unfinished basement + bath.2nd floor 3br 1.5ba $1.7M 347-469-6665 PROFESSIONAL SPACE AVAIL 46 & 12th Ave. Professional space available- 3 individual rooms. High ceilings, windows, everything in perfect condition. 718-4385847

PESACH RENTAL

4 bedroom house with very big yard located 12 minute walk from New Square is available for rent over the whole yom tov. The house will be cleaned for Pesach. Please call or text 917-776-3422 for more information. STOREFRONT FOR RENT 10 & 51 Around 200-500 sf $1100-$2200. 15 & 44 Around 500 sf $2800 text 718-6005933. PRIME BP STORE for rent 16/50s 800sf + 1600sf basement. Available immediately Meyers int Real Estate inc 7184354378 OFFICE FOR RENT Reasonable price. 2 rooms, separate entrance. Newly renovated. Heat & A/C. Not necessary to rent both rooms. 718-438-3048 / 347-228-6839 WAREHOUSE sunset park / red hook 18000sf $16,500 per month for rent Meyer R.E. 7184354378 VACATION RENTAL Miami Beach, Carriage Club North Btfl 2 BR, 2 Bths, ground floor, Call & leave message: 347.499.0031 SHABBOS GETAWAY Private house on 1 acre near Kiryas Joel for weekends. 3000sf, 2-8 beds, meals avail. call/txt 845-378-1008

SHORT TERM RENTAL Modern luxurious apartment, separate kitchen, dining room and living area. Fresh linen, towels, and accessories included. Daily/ weekly. 845-327-6116. SHABBOS GETAWAY Luxurious home available this week. Fine linens/ towels included eiruv/ minyan/mikva. Highland Mills area 1-347-564-8480 reserveaweekend@gmail. com PESACH GETAWAY Luxury home on landscaped property. 7 bdrm kitchen, dining/living room playroom areas. Minyan/mikva Reserveaweekend@gmail. com 1-347-564-8480. SUMMER RENTAL Luxury private house landscaped property with amazing comfort. Lounge areas. Minyan 1min away book for July/August 1-347564-8480 JERUSALEM RENTAL New 1 1/2 bdrm, 2 baths furnished in Gush 80. Ground floor. Avail March 5-April 21. 917-495-6396, 053-317-2308, millerm310@ gmail.com

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Seeking full time entry level employee for busy BP office. Must have basic computer knowledge. Writing, communication and interpersonal skills a plus. Great potential. Good Pay, Will train. Email Resume: mkarpen@skylinecap.net WORK FROM HOME Seeking sales lady for new advertising platform- to bring new advertisers. Great pay for right candidate. Please email 376jobopening@ gmail.com

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Classifieds SECRETARY WANTED F/t, lg Yeshiva office Bklyn. Good computer skills. Excellent oppty. Growth potential. Email Resume: mosodjobs@gmail.com, Fax 718-619-8973 BP OFFICE seeking for F/T secretarial position. Must be . Yiddish speaking required. Graphics knowledge a plus. Email resume: myjobs186@gmail. com SALESLADY WANTED Looking for a sales lady by the trimming - Add on depot in Tip Top Bp location, sewing knowledge preferred. Please call 914.523.4936 WORK FROM HOME Build a successful retail business from home. Full training provided. email: 2787flp@gmail.com call 917 410 8038 till 4pm CONTENT WRITER E-commerce company seeking a creative content writer to create platform specific content. Excellent writing & communication skills. 718-851-3510 x114 hr@ photo4less.com PAYROLL Growing Health Care Organization in Brooklyn, NY seeks. Individual for Payroll, 1 year office experience. No prior health care experience needed. Excellent verbal, written communication & strong PC skills – incl Microsoft Office. Full training provided, organized, detail oriented. Starting compensation package at $50K, friendly environment. Email resume: hr@ambercourtal.com HELP WANTED Looking for young man to run store 6PM-10PM. Needs to be able to assist people using computer kiosks. Email: office3901@gmail.com

SALES REP WANTED Looking for an in store sales rep. At a high end busy store. Retail experience preferred. Email resume: Empirerent6@gmail.com SUMMER JOB seeking two very capable mature leibidige headcounselors -12th graders.for yiddish speaking colony in south fallsburg call 7184360757

BABYSITTING EXPERIENCED BABYSITTER Babysitter avail. Responsible, reliable. Avail nights, overnight, weekends. Refs. avail upon request. More info pls cal txt (347) 816-6406. EXPERIENCED BABYSITTER Responsible, reliable. Avail nights, late nights etc.. Reasonable rates! Refs. avail. Serious inquiries ONLY! Call\ txt (347) 816-6406.

SERVICES GRAPHOLOGY “Gain clarity and guidance”. Send in your handwriting/ drawing for a full analysis. Geared for adults and children 845.642.3213 CHILDBIRTH CLASSES Hemishe weekly/monthly classes. Providing info, exercise, halacha and emotional support. Call/text Lamaze with Henny 347-8712955 CHILDBIRTH CEUS Doula? Nurse? Midwife? Childbirth educator? Sign up to be notified of classes at 4childbirthbp@gmail.com or 347-871-2955 YIDDISH COURSE from the comfort of your home. Sign up now for our tele-course. 718-435-4616

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ECZEMA-FREE! Treat your eczema naturally and get rid of it for once and for all! Long term solution! 929-234-9358

ONE MAN BAND For all your simchas, Bar Mitzvah, Vort, Sheva beroches, Call Mordechai Friedman @9293638130

THROAT & VOICE Speech support gemstone suitable for toddlers, children, teens, adults. Great for language development, lisping, stuttering, hoarseness. $34. Jolly Jooly 718.963.0122

MAKEUP ARTIST Great prices. Eyelashes-Long lasting Makeup-Flawless Coverage. Call/Text Toby 718-669-1271

MATH TUTOR All math regents levels. CLEP. SAT, GRE. Expd. Good rapport with students. Call/ text Chani Reichman 917 538-4357 ALGEBRA TUTOR Experienced CC Algebra I tutor can help you ace through the course with ease! Mrs. E. Sigal 633 - 3450 LEARN COMPUTERS Experienced teacher. Specializing in Bubbies, Senior Citizens, computerphobics, and beginners of all ages. (Advanced, too) Gitty Friedman 917-570-8591 718436-4489 PIANO/KEYBOARD LESSONS by note or ear. Central location in Boro Park. Call 347-986-7064 VIOLIN LESSONS for girls, all ages 929 289 1222 MAKEUP BY RAIZY Natural, professional makeup for all your Simchas. Book 3 faces get 4th free. 347 243 9347. NATURAL MAKEUP Natural, nontoxic, and great for sensitive skin. Call: 917789-3042 PIANO LESSONS FOR BOYS Heimishe Teacher. please text 347-836-9007 or email YiddishNotes@icloud.com

PIANO LESSONS for women and girls by experienced music teacher. Great price. Centrally located. References available. Call Miriam 718 675 6429. PIANO INSTRUCTOR teaching all ages from beginner to advanced. Packages available! Call/Text: 347-893-4213 SONG LYRICS school performances, wedding songs, etc, English and Yiddish. Poems, web copy, and other writing services. breindythebest@ gmail.com Text 929-214-8827 BREAST PUMPS Free hand and electric pumps through insurance, ships free. 718-831-7634 or text/email compactpumps@ gmail.com. Free gift with mention of ad PROMO SPOT For the most unique gifts, promotional items, plaques and stamp pens call 718732-0546 or email sales@ promospot.nyc PERSONALIZED CANDLES We have all colors and shaped candles with option of imprinting your personal message or logo call 845263-0171 EAR PIERCING Top quality earrings for all ages. Centrally located off 13th Ave. House calls available. G. Halpert Call/ Text 718-607-9812


GIFTED KIDS? To all the dedicated mothers who are raising CPA SERVICES Are you drowning in personal or business tax filings? WE CAN HELP YOU! For individualized service email: myaroslawitzcpa@ gmail.com REFLEXOLOGIST For women & children 347786-0810 ATTENTION WORKERS Join thousands by getting the daily email - halochos applying to workplaces. Text to 7323914497 your email address, +language Yiddish/ English GARTLECH we fix knitted & crochet Gartlech & make beautiful professional fringes. We also teach how to knit & crochet. 917-414-3281 ELECTRICIAN all small electrical jobs. Also small Handyman jobs, Guaranteed lowest rates. 347.275.5408 MATH TUTOR HS: Common core - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2. College: Pre-calculus, Calculus, Statistics, College Algebra, and more...Gitty Friedman 917-570-8591 718-436-4489 LANDLINE PHONE Att: residents of multi family units. Landline Phones for a low rate of $19.99. email:phonetone55@gmail. com call:7183067515 GARTEL FRINGES We make professional gartel fringes and mend gartelach. Same day service. In the heart of BP. (347) 693 4920 or 7184357644 SHOP 4U Overwhelmed with Spring/ Summer shopping? SHOP 4U does it all. Online shopping catered to your taste and budget. 3472928720

GIFT WRAPPING great prices! Call 718 853 5207 TEETH WHITENING Now in BP! Professional laser teeth whitening. Instant Results! Text/Call for this month’s special. 718-4830269. GUITAR LESSONS Experienced guitar teacher specializing in beginnerintermediate, available Sundays/weeknights. Call 929-275-4778 lve msg SPEECH THERAPY Looking for an OT and Speech Therapist for a 4 year old girl. Please call 718-9389025. REED FLOWER DIFFUSER The perfect Purim gift for teachers, therapists and family etc. Special car size also available. Call 347 675 3443 DECORATED COOKIES Order beautifully decorated cookies for Purim. Custom designs. For more information or to see pictures please email cookies2the9s@ gmail.com PROFESSIONAL HAIR CUTTING in the heart of bp and great prices. call 917 696 3828 SIMCHA BASKET meet your guests needs so they can enjoy your simcha! Call 7185961979 to reserve your date ORGANIZER Need help getting your house organized? Especially now before Pesach. Call Esty (917) 502-9845 You’ll be delighted with the transformation!!! DRIVER AVAILABLE many years exp. avail to do long distance trips w/ brand new minivan. Reasonable rates. 917.405.8469

ADVANCED OR GIFTED CHILDREN Please contact jewishgifted@gmail.com to connect and get added to our texting group for support. We all need each other.

POETRY BY CT HOFFMAN Send a personalized poem to teachers, therapists, in-laws to express your appreciation. Quick Service. Yiddish/ English. Samples available 347-683-4354 COUGHING RELIEF Fabulous gemstone- relieves coughing when worn! Successful all ages- infants, children, teens, adults! Male & female! Jolly Jooly 718.963.0122 PROFESSIONAL COPYWRITER Copywriter available for position in a company. If interested, contact 929 383 0636 RESUME WRITING Have a professional write you a job resume that will land you the interview! Starting from $100. Email office@ resumeprosplus.com SSI/DISABILITY Do you need help applying? Was your application denied? 347-528-2633 WE SELL SHAKLEE Buy your Shaklee products + receive expert health guidance as a bonus! For all your nutritional needs, email: G.shaklee@usa.com WASH & SET Now accepting drop off for wash and set, synthetic wigs only. Located in Williamsburg. Please text 929-289-3017 FREE HAIRCUTS in B.P. Call 718-633-5240

PROFESSIONAL HAIR STYLING for a reasonable price. House calls and evening hours avail. 46 & 12 call (718)851-2872 HAIR STYLING/CUTTING Well Priced! Great Job! Located in BP, avail for house calls. Flexible Hours. Book now 6463957080

ODDS & ENDS RARE OPPORTUNITY For just $200 you can sponsor benchers for a local hall in the memory of a loved one. 646-874-4342 SPEAKER/ LECTURER Hamodia columnist and noted speaker Rabbi Yosef Gesser is available to speak at your shul, school, organizational event.718-690-1534, ygesser@ gmail.com. SARNO METHOD If you were healed through the sarno method I would like to hear your story. 3473514299 UNIQUE OFFER Looking for extra income? Seeking motivated women to join our amazing team!! No experience necessary. Full training and support. 7188418320. PURIM BUS AD Put your ad on our purim bus for a cheap price! Call/ text 917.863.7582 or email to adsonthepurimbus@gmail. com

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Classifieds JOB WANTED Seeking a secretarial position, to work from home. 718 871 0019

GEMACHIM PIDYON HABEN Coin Gemach. Call Yakov Friedman. 646-419-0782 LIGHTING GEMACH Lighting bars to enhance your event!929-276-2404 KOSHER WAZE DEVICES available for short term. Minimum charge. 929-3247021. DOONA GEMACH For a short short period of time(or medical need). 260-DOONAZ3 (260-3666293) SIMCHA GEMACH White cubbies for miniatures,white ceramic square and round cake stands and more.‫לע”נ ברוך בן‬ -536-1742 917 ‫משה דוד‬. PACK N PLAY gemach (BP) Please call in the evening 718-851-1017 TWIN CARRIAGE GEMACH To lend yours or to rent a twin carriage for the week, season or year, please call (718) 5223891. Mint condition only.

BOYS SUIT GEMACH Gemach Yismach Yisroel Boys Simcha Wear sizes 9m-7 1943 50th Street 347.462.4596 Sundays 2:30-5 ‫לע’’נ ישראל‬ ‫בן אליעזר‬ KALLAH CAPE GEMACH Brand new luxurious white fur capes for Chuppah. 718 633 - 8261 BP BABY GEMACH Carseats, snap n go strollers, pack n play & white bassinets for newborns 718-854-6829 BOYS SIMCHA WEAR Gemach Yismach Yisroel sizes 9m-8 yrs 1943 50th Street 347.462.4596 Sundays 2:30-5 ‫לע’’נ ישראל בן אליעזר‬ CHUPPAH CARDS NEW! Beautiful colored cards with Tehillim, techinos & special tefillah to daven for chosson/kallah. To lend. Many locations! Lv msg/text: 347-885-5114 KALLAH ACCESSORIES Large selection of: Crowns, Veils, Dektich, Trains, Shoes & Petticoats for minimal fee. By apt only. BP. 718-551-8714 TABLECLOTHS Crushed velvet grey tablecloths to rent for your Simcha. 3475462419

DRESSES/GOWNS

BLUE GOWNS Rent/Sale. 3 gowns for teens. Brand new,worn once. 718338-3945 D. DEUTCH BLK & WHITE Size 8-10 for sister of the bride/own tnoyim for sale. 929-287-2135 PEACH-GOLD GOWN Married sister of the bride, Size 8-10. 347-263-0902 PRETEEN PINK GOWN (adult size 10) pls call 3477497774 for a pic txt: 7184736743 SLENDERIZING BLACK GOWN size 14 with feather decoration from equisite $350 text 13473007198 (Williamsburg)

PINK GOWN sis of bride for sale size 4. Call/txt 3473741936 BLACK & WHITE GOWN sis of bride size 4 worn once 347-844-3976 TEEN PINK GOWN size 0-2. Mother pink black beading size 12 call 917 471 2043 BLACK & BLUE GOWN Sister of bride. custom made, for 4-5 year old , worn once. $150. call/text 7189264773 BLACK GOWN for married sis of the bride. Size 2. 347-524-2212

BLACK & GOLD sis of bride gown size 2-4 call 917 652 1414 or 7184381320

BLACK & GOLD GOWN to rent. Size 2. 718-633-0381 or 929-888-5666

BLACK & WHITE MATERNITY gown, size S. 718-438-4734

BLACK TULLE GOWN From Raquel, sis of bride. size 6-8 just worn. Was $2500 now $950. 718-930-8523

BLACK DRESS W/ SOME COLOR for own tnoim or sister of bride size 2-4 very reasonable. Call/text 347423-1806

BURGUNDY & BLACK VELVET Sis of bride gowns size 0 and 2. also grey maroon.worn once .pic avail 347-731-7741

SIMCHA GEMACH Bechers, Challah cover, Benchers and challah knife for your simcha. pls leave message 1718 854 1760

PEACH GOWN with green flowers and peplum bottom for sister of the bride. Size 0-2. Call/Text 929-434-7152.

CUSTOM DRESS Gorgeous white wool cashmere dress. never worn size four. Call 9292755208

REFLECTOR BELTS be seen! be safe! wear a reflector belt . 718-853-4966

BLACK & GOLD DRESS Beautiful for sis of bride. Size 8-10. Call/Text 347.768.3997

MIRI’S GOWN current season. Black with some white beading-for rent. call/text 347-831-5418

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BLACK & GOLD GOWN teen size 0-2 Worn once 718704-3333

BLACK & GOLD ladies/teen gown. Size 0-2. Please call/text 718 810 3300.

CLOTHING & SHOE GEMACH Donate free. Clothes, shoes, linens. grt cond only! more info pls call\ txt (347)8166406.

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BLACK DESIGNER GOWN size 4-6/ pre maternity. Call/ text:347-622-3508

CAROLINA HERRERA BRIDAL size 6-8 for rent/ sale. long, short veil, extra fabric available. 718-809-0963

G.PORGES GOWN Mother of Bride. size 6. Beige with gold beading $1200 negotiable. 718-930-8523 2 PIECE GOWN off white lace top & teal skirt. (approx) sz 2. Call/text:347633-5129 EXPRESSION’S PARTY DRESS Black Lace with Beige Lining size 2. Perfect for Sister of Bride/Own Tenoyim. 718436-2641 IVORY/BLACK party dress size 6 call 929 271 0553


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BLACK & WHITE custom sister-of-bride size 4-6. for sale $600 for rent $400. 718 438 1320

WHITE & GOLD GOWN Custom sister of bride gown size 2-4. Call 1646-712-2300.

KALLAH GOWN size 4-6 tall gown. Rosa clara! beautiful condition! great deal! 347 939 9428 call only

BLACK & WHITE Lace Gown Size 0. Text 347.370.2384

PRE MATERNITY DRESS black ankle length dress for sister of bride to sell. Size 2-4. 929-271-4458 BLACK CUSTOM DRESS All year round dress worn by kalla f/ shabbas sheva bruchos.size 2.9177447922 BLACK & WHITE GOWN Classy, Slenderizing, gown for rent. Size 8-10. Call/Text 347-628-3622 2 PINK SILK GOWNS Worn in December size 4-5 and 10-12. Call/text 347-616-5337 BLACK PUFFED ORGANZA Full teen gown. worn once in December. call / text 347-616-5337 FINDS & CO Mother of Bride Gown size 12.Off White With Silver Beading. 718-436-2641 OSCAR DE LA RENTA blue dress, size 2 for sale. (Worn once) MSRP $5975. Selling for $890. Call/ text; 929-920-4246 PEACH 2 PIECE gown size 14 for sis of the bride (opt belt included) Text 347-625-7253 BLACK & WHITE size 2 exquisite gown for sis of bride worn once. Call/text 347-564-9463 PINK MAUVE PRADA Tnoyim dress or sis of bride sz 4/6 for $175 text or call 718 809 3846 WHITE & GOLD GOWNS Magnificent sis of bride gowns. Preteen size 14 & 16. Children size 8 & 10. Call 1646-712-2300 GIRLS GOWNS off white gowns with mauve pink flower appliqu’es on bolero and mauve pink sash. sizes 8-10, 12-14. call/text 718-812-6307

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2 PIECE GOWN New Married sister of bride light colored gown for sale, size 8, call/text 347-414-1617 FABRIC White/pink stunning dotted tulle for teen gown, call/text 347-414-1617

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BLACK & PINK GOWN sister of the bride gown for sale. Size 0-2. Call/ text 3472992257 HARFENES CHILDRENS GOWN Black, gold, and white. Approximately size 7. Call: 845-356-9824 Text only: 347-6681083 BLK & WHITE KIDS GOWNS Harfenes Gowns. Sizes 3,4&10. Coordinating custom made young adult avail. 347-971-0446 VELVET TOP TULLE BOTTOM Approx size 3, 5, 7, 8, 9. Call 3477653245. BLACK & WHITE Maternity or pre maternity ankle length dress. 1718 809 3846 BLUSH/PEACH KIDS GOWN size 5-6 custom made gown. Great price! Txt 718-536-6599 WHITE CHILDRENS GOWN size 5-6 Call/text:347-622-3508 WHITE W/ MAUVE TRIM childrens gowns for rent, sizes 2 thru 12. 718-887-1055 IVORY & PINK GIRLS GOWNS 3 gowns sizes 10 & 12 teen size 0-2 718437-3091

For more info call/text: Yides 917-704-6999 Esther 347-526-8948

KIDS WHITE GOWNS with colored pearls. Sizes 3 and 8. Also have elegant teen coordinating. 347-9710446 CHILDRENS GOWNS white tulle with black velvet trim sizes 5-12 call 718-388-3876 or text 347-693-7091

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Classifieds MIRI’S TENOYIM DRESS black and white size 4. Price $300. 7188710562

BLACK VELVET & GOLD Kids gowns. $350. Size 6 & 7/8. Text 347.370.2384

Want to see us in action? Easy. Just give Morah Raizy a call at:

IVORY CHILDRENS GOWNS Brand new condition, all sizes for only $20 call or text 7182132995 DESIGNER KIDS GOWN Gold with hint of pink. Size 4. Call/text 347-564-6146

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FOUND black wristlet on mcdonald av 2/19 call 3474096681

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Exchanged pair of shoes Feb 12 Vyoel Moshe Kleins/ Teitelbaums Wedding 718809-0467 lve msg woman’s black dressy hat on Mon, Feb 17, 15th ave area. Call/ txt 1347-215-0600 pearls on Sunday 2/16 on 13th Ave 47 & 48. 718-633-0950 l/m

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Looking for a female to work with a 8 year old high functioning special needs girl. Sundays 4:00 7:00 PM.

Looking for a high school girl to work with a 4 year old Autistic boy. Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW3

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW16

Looking for a female to work with a female worker to take out a 5 year old special needs girl. Motzei Shabbos and Sunday afternoon. Driving a plus.

Looking for an energetic high school girl to work with an 8 year old high functioning individual. Weekdays after school hours for one hour. Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW11

Looking for a male worker to work with a 15 year old Boy with Down Syndrome. Weekends and Weekdays 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW12

BORO PARK Looking for a responsible High school girl to take out a moderate functioning, mobile, happy special needs girl. Sunday from 4:00-6:30 PM.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW4 Looking for a female to be with a 2-year-old delayed boy in Cocoon (12th Ave. & 49th St.) Weekdays from 12:15 PM to 3:15 PM.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW5 Looking for a mature high school or post high school girl to take out an 18-year-old very high functioning girl. Weekdays in the evening.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW9 Looking for a Male/Female to work with a 7 year old special needs individual. (Webster Ave. Area). Weekdays after 4:30 PM. Yiddish & Hebrew speaking a plus.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW10

Reference ad CHW6

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW14

FLATBUSH Looking for a high school girl to take out a 12 year old high functioning special needs girl on Shabbos afternoons.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW2 Looking for a mature female to take out a 21 year old high functioning friendly special needs girl, on Sunday afternoons.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW8

FLATBUSH

Looking for a male to take out an 18-year old high functioning down syndrome boy, weekdays 5:00-7:00 PM.

KENSINGTON Looking for an outgoing young man to take out a high functioning 21 year old delepmentally delayed bocher. Weekdays during the day.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW1 Looking for a female to work with a 5 year old high functioning special needs girl. Tuesday & Thursday 3:15-5:00 PM.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW13

WILLIAMSBURG

Looking for a mature high school or post high school girl to take out an 18-year-old very high functioning girl, weekdays in the evening.

Looking for a responsible female to take a 6-year-old specail needs girl to therapy in Downtown Brooklyn, weekdays 8:30-9:30 morning. Transportation provided.

Call 718.854.2747 Ext 109 Reference ad CHW9

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‫שמחת החתונה בבית טשערנאביל – ראפשיץ‬

‫המשפיע הגה"צ ר' אלימלך בידערמאן מוצש"ק במירון‬

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