Issue 32

Our Town’s Weekly Issue #32

KITCHENS!

Architectural Designer Suri Israel walks you through the pros and cons of kitchen layout options BONUS: Save time and food with kitchen tips and tricks

Stories in and Around Our Town:

POPPED VENTURE:

A baking session turns into a budgeting lesson

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 32>> INBOX 34>> YOUR VOICE 40>> HEALTH & WELLNESS 46>> SHABBOS 52>> JERUSALEM STONE

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A WONDERFUL MAGAZINE

I had to take a few minutes to tell you how much I am loving The Monsey View and how that loves continues to grow on a weekly basis.

I confess that when you first started, I wasn't quite sure that another local magazine would succeed, but you have proven yourselves week after week, with a wide variety of features that appeal to every member of the family.

While I don't have any little kids at home, I love seeing all of the features that are geared towards the little ones, that not only encourage them to read The Monsey View, but engages them actively. The drawing contests and the short poems that have been cropping up have kids putting pen to paper to display their creativity. Your new feature with the cutouts will keep little ones busy for hours, always a bracha for us busy moms, and what Monsey View reader doesn't stop and stare at the weekly picture and try to figure out where in town it was taken?

As for the adults, I am finding the weekly election feature fascinating.

We only elect a president once every four years and keeping track of how the electoral college works and how the process unfolds is complicated. Your well-written column spells out the details clearly. I also enjoyed reading about our

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REGARDING WINTER SURVEY: The secret to smooth and nonchapped skin

I was delighted to see that our product EasyNurse (note spelling correction) is used by Monsey residents for chapped hands and lips. I would like to make everyone aware that this product is unique for its herbal and natural blend of ingredients that accelerate healing of any type of skin problems. In addition, this

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new neighbors every week and hearing how they are acclimating themselves to our wonderful town.

I admit that the weekly Boggle contest leaves me scratching my head. I am college educated and a professional writer, and yet, when I look at the winning entry every week- I see more than just a handful of words included that I am completely unfamiliar with, and that does leave me wondering... But life isn't all about winning and I applaud you for coming up with an engaging, popular weekly feature that is helping us all expand our vocabularies in a fun way.

I can't wait to see what you come up with next and hope The Monsey View continues to grow!

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It is available at your local pharmacy and health food store.

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LISTEN TO YOUR CHILD

This letter is addressed to the mother who wasn't sure about the message of “The Partygoer.” My reason for publishing this episode was to bring to bring awareness to parents that children need a listening ear. In today's world very few really listen to their children! when a child comes home claiming that he/she dislikes his/her teacher - what's your reaction? Do you listen to what's behind it? Or do you rebuff the statement with a shrug, or even worse- blame the child's misbehavior?

As a parent we must listen to what our children say, and even more to the unsaid. We have to read between the lines, and really take their words into consideration, regardless of age.

Accept your child's words at face value. Do not undermine their ''storytelling'' and understand their pain. Of course, as a parent you have the right to verify the information later. But for the moment give the child the feeling of security and trust!

Take him seriously and you will not regret it. It will build your child forever.

The writer of The Partygoer

Your Voice

BE A MENTCH

Many people have complained about the building happening in Monsey. I however, have a completely different take...

Although I don’t love seeing trees chopped down and watching our community take on a different, more city-like look- I don't mind making room for more neighbors.

I do however, expect mentchlichkeit during the building process and after new neighbors move in.

For several weeks now, a purple John has been sitting in the middle of the sidewalk that I use every day. Although purple is a nice color, it's far from a lovely sight. Worse yet is the impediment to traffic. Today was the end of my patience. It was raining and the street was a huge puddle. I NEEDED that sidewalk! So I, a heimishe Yiddishe mama, was seen pushing a porta potty down the street and onto the lot it belongs on. It sounds funny, but it's not. Trust me.

Please remember that private and public properties have to be respected for what they are. Then we'll be the best of neighbors.

Welcome to the neighborhood!

P.M.

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I had a neighbor’s child sleeping over last night, when at 12:30 AM, I noticed the door of the children’s room opening.

Moving closer to investigate, I saw the little boy walking out, shoes in his hands! Echoes of the story I read in Stories Around Town about the child who walked out of the house at dawn reverberated in my mind as I tucked the child back into bed. I then went to check if the door was locked, and for added measure, bolted the door as well.

Now, I didn’t know this little boy before, and even his mother is only casually acquainted with me; but I gladly hosted him for the night, because I know how difficult it is to find a babysitter when there’s a close simcha that I have to attend.

So, I thought of an idea; maybe someone out there will be able to make into an actuality.

I believe that there are girls willing to babysit and earn a little pocket money. It just takes so many phone calls to track them down. Why can’t we have a babysitting agency with a list of all the girls available, with their info and references? Then a mother can call the number and give her location, timing, and be matched up with someone.

Maybe the family would have to send in their Ishur to state that there’s no internet in the home, but I’m sure all the issues could be worked out with a little brainstorming. It would be a tremendous chesed for young families, especially those without family nearby.

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By Esty Weiss

Are You Afraid of Fat? Not too long ago, I mentioned the consumption of fat in one of my articles. However, I feel that it’s important to address the topic again.

Whenever I inform new clients that full-fat foods are healthy, I can’t help but notice the shocked look on their faces—but the truth is Hashem didn’t manufacture skim milk or lowfat yogurts. An experience I recently had with a client propelled me to discuss the matter further.

While I was sitting with a new client and figuring out an effective fat-burning meal plan, she was very surprised that she could fry her chicken cutlets and still be healthy. (We discussed the importance of choosing the right oils, of course.) Most people don’t particularly like the taste of dry chicken, but they worry about frying their foods when they’re on a diet. Well, the fact that it’s okay to fry often comes as a surprise to people, but what threw me off about this client was that she hadn’t added any oil or mayo to her salad for the past eight years! “If I wanted my salad to have some moisture,” she said, “I’d put it in the fridge overnight so that the greens could absorb the liquid from the tomatoes.” I was so dumfounded by her words, and I really

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While low-fat options have popped up on our shelves in recent years, obesity rates have exploded!

Clearly, low-fat and reduced-fat foods haven’t fulfilled their promise.

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pitied her. “You’re depriving yourself,” I said.

“Not only are you keeping yourself from losing weight, but you’re robbing yourself of your health! Your body needs healthy fats in order to function.” I asked her right then if I could recount this story in my article to bring more awareness to people, and she readily agreed on the condition that she would remain anonymous. In fact, she said that since time is of essence, she would read this article to learn more about this societal fear of fat.

So, thank you, dear client, for allowing me to share your story. Although I still think this is an extreme example, I was already aware that people are busy counting fat grams and allowing themselves only a certain amount of fat each day. This is what I repeat to clients again and again: 1. It all depends what type of fat you’re eating.

2.

There is a difference between restricting your intake of healthy fats and using whole fats in moderate amounts. Your toast can have butter, and you should feel free to splash full-fat milk into your coffee; you can fry your food in coconut oil, which

Health & Wellness

stays stable in high temperatures.

Ultimately, many of you would very much like to eat more healthy fats, and you may have just been part of the “scared-of-fat” society.

DIFFERENT FATS: Trans fats There are poly- and monounsaturated fats that are commonly referred to as omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which we will talk about in greater detail next week. Today I want to address trans and saturated fats, which many people mistake for “bad” fats. In fact, I couldn’t even find one source that doesn’t consider trans fat poison! It bears repeating that trans fats, hydrogenated oils and partially-hydrogenated oils are poison for the human body! In the process of “hydrogenation,” liquid oil is heated and combined with hydrogen gas (a chemical). The reason behind this process is that the oil will have a longer shelf life and be less likely to spoil. This is a great advantage for manufacturers, but it’s very bad for you. Trans fats are often found in margarine and commercial products such as cookies, cake, pastries, frozen desserts and

ice creams—I even found it in chocolate-covered rice cakes.

The only way to know whether a food contains trans fats is to read the label. If the label says “zero trans fats,” then still check the ingredients list before you put the item in your shopping cart. Make sure that there are no signs of hydrogenated or partially-hydrogenated oils, which are simply other ways of saying “trans fats.” If it does contain either of those ingredients, you’re better off leaving the product on the shelf!

Saturated fat:

Just walk down any grocery aisle to confirm our obsession with foods that are low in saturated fat. We’re bombarded with so-called guilt-free options such as fat-free milk, ice cream, yogurt, breads and more. But while low-fat options have popped up on our shelves in recent years, obesity rates have exploded! Clearly, low-fat and reduced-fat foods haven’t fulfilled their promise.

Part of the problem is that many of you have probably swapped the full-fat dairy and animal products in your diet with refined carbs and sugar, both of which have a tremen-

dously negative effect on your weight and overall health.

Instead of eating a full-fat yogurt, you’re probably eating the fat-free version, which is typically full of added sugar that was thrown in to compensate for the lack of fat. Some of you may be so afraid of whole, natural fat that you only eat egg whites, but instead of eating the yoke you’ll take in extra fat-free bread. Now, the eggs won’t turn into fat on your body, but the bread certainly will (only if you consume large quantities of the bread, of course). So, do you want to drop weight? Do you want healthier looking skin? What about if you need to lower your cholesterol? Yes, you read it right: Eat butter, whole eggs, full-fat cheeses and use coconut oil.

Start exchanging a little bit of your fat-free foods for their full-fat counterparts and see what happens. Your body will thank you!

Read more on this topic in next week’s article on omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

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Parshas Va’eira opens in the middle of a dialogue between Hashem and Moshe Rabbeinu.

Hashem directed Moshe to tell the b’nei Yisrael that He would redeem them from Mitzrayim, take them as His people, and bring them to the land He had promised to their fathers.

Moshe did as he was instructed, but the b’nei Yisrael did not listen to him because of the strain of their hard work. Hashem then instructed Moshe to tell Paroh to let the b’nei Yisrael leave Mitzrayim. Moshe responded, “Hein b’nei Yisrael lo shamu eilai v’eich yishmaeini Paroh va’ani aral s’fasayim – behold, the children of Israel did not listen to me, so how will Paroh listen to me, and I have sealed lips.” (Shemos 6:12) The usual way this passuk is understood is that if the b’nei Yisrael did not listen, all the more so (kal v’chomer) Paroh would not listen. According to the Sfas Emes, this passuk can be understood in another way: that Paroh would not listen to Moshe because the b’nei Yisrael did not listen to him, and their not listening is what caused Moshe’s lips to be sealed. The question is, why would the b’nei Yisrael not listening to Moshe have any effect on whether or not Paroh would listen to Moshe? And why would

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their not listening have sealed Moshe’s lips?

The Sfas Emes explains that the leaders of Klal Yisrael receive their power through the people. Therefore, what Moshe is telling Hashem in this passuk is that without Klal Yisrael’s acceptance of his leadership,

Our leaders receive the ability to lead through our acceptance of them as our leaders. he will not have the ability to stand before Paroh and influence him on their behalf. Our leaders receive the ability to lead through our acceptance of them as our leaders. On a purely physical level, it is clear that without having followers, a person cannot be a leader.

Chazal say, “Ein melech blo am – there is no king if there is no nation.” On a practical level, if a classroom is empty of students,

can we call the person speaking at the front of the room a teacher? Clearly not.

But this works on a much deeper level as well. If we don’t place our trust in our leaders and listen to them, they lose their koach to act on our behalf in ruchniyus and in gashmiyus.

They can no longer work for us as our advocate to the governments and the nations of the world, and ultimately as our advocate with Hashem.

There is a story in the Gemara (Sanhedrin) that brings out the importance of having a leader. One time, Rabbi Yehoshua ben Levi encountered Eliyahu HaNavi, and asked if he could accompany the navi on his journeys so he could learn from him. Eliyahu HaNavi agreed, and they set off together. They arrived in a wealthy city, and stopped to daven in the large, ornate shul. Despite the obvious wealth of the community, not a single person offered any hospitality to the strangers. They ended up sleeping in the shul, hungry from lack of food. In the morning, Eliyahu HaNavi blessed the inhabitants of the city that they should all become leaders.

The two traveled on to another city. This city was not wealthy, but its residents were kind and hospitable.

They

warmly provided the strangers with food and lodging. In the morning, Eliyahu HaNavi blessed this city that they should have one leader. Rabbi Yehoshua ben Levi asked Eliyahu HaNavi to explain, for it appeared that Eliyahu HaNavi had given the stingy city a better bracha. Eliyahu HaNavi explained that it is not a bracha that every person in the city should be a leader – just the opposite. In fact, it is one of the most destructive things that can happen to a city. To have one leader is a true blessing.

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Each of us needs to have a leader that we follow: a Rav or a Rebbe.

Klal Yisrael needs leaders in every generation, and we are the ones who make them our leaders. If we reject our leaders, chas v’shalom, then each of us appoints ourselves as our own leader. We see from the above story that this is a curse and brings about destruction. Each of us needs to have a leader that we follow: a Rav or a Rebbe. It says in Pirkei Avos 1:6, “Aseh l’cha Rav. – Make for yourself a Rav.” There are many explanations on this wording, but in light of this week’s Parsha, we can read this in another way. Make yourself a Rav - by placing your trust in him, and listening to him. By becoming his follower, you give him the koach to lead. May each of us give our community’s leaders our full backing.

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May I use binoculars on Shabbos?

It is brought down in the sefer Menucha Nechuna, in the name of the Chazon Ish, that binoculars are not muktza, because there is no melacha involved; they may even be adjusted on Shabbos.

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One may wet the peyos under a faucet and use the hands to make them look neat. One may not form the peyos or squeeze them; neither is one allowed to brush them or even use the fingers to comb them. Using substances such as lemon juice etc. to stiffen them is likewise not permitted.

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mouth texture, yet silky-smooth surface. I lined the granite countertop with the ingredients, purchased with my own money, of course (business is business, as Mommy said), and preheated the oven. The marathon then started; flour sifted, eggs cracked, sugar measured. I was on a roll and enjoying every minute of it. I looked on in satisfaction as four trays of molds were filled with precisely measured batter. Thirty six of them were for the Sheinfeld Bas Mitzvah on Monday, and I’d planned for 12 spares to leave room for error and tasting.

While the oven was doing its job, I was doing mine... It was no picnic cleaning flour and batter off all the surfaces where they had creatively landed. But, a job is a job, and cleanup was part of the deal. I put away the rags just as the timer beeped, signaling that the pops were ready.

I impatiently waited while the cake pops took their merry time cooling off; I was itching to start dipping them into peach and aqua chocolate, and then shower them with the expensive edible glitter. (Nobody ever called my mother conventional when it came to color combinations.) I busied myself with the double boilers, and twirled each stick until all 48 balls were coated to perfection in their destined color. I spent two whole hours puttering with the glitter, forming neat polka dots all around, and shooing them away when they landed elsewhere.

My mother was duly impressed when she walked into the kitchen as I was tying a min-

I stared at the bills in my hand, as reality hit me. Hard.

My father is the owner of a handful of successful businesses in the center of Monsey, and has all ten fingers stuck into an assortment of projects and committees. My mother is a party planner strictly for those who want to make a statement; she will not accept an event if a price quote is even requested before a commitment. Working with a limitless budget is her only way.

Creative like my mother, and forever brimming with moneymaking ideas, I was delighted by the notion of occupying myself in a way that combined the two.

When my mother complained that she had a hard time finding miniatures that have a reliable hashgacha to match her color schemes, I offered her a proposition: I would bake cake pops according to her specifications, and she would buy them from me for her events at the price of $1.50 a pop.

Sunday 1:15 pm, only minutes after dismissal from school, found me in the midst of preparations for my first batch of professional cake pops. I’d tested four different recipes over the course of the previous week and ended up combining two to achieve that melt-in-your-

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iature bow with a hanging crystal onto the first stick.

“Reizy, these are awesome! I can’t believe you came up with such an elegant yet sophisticated design. I knew you would do a nice job, but you’ve far exceeded my expectations!”

My mother beamed.

I beamed back, and gushed to my mother how exciting it was to join the business world. I then finished tying the remaining bows, and boxed my labor of the past four hours into an airtight container before placing it out of the sight of my younger siblings.

* * * On Monday evening, I eagerly awaited my mother’s arrival home. When I had called her some 15 minutes earlier, she told me that she was wrapping up all the loose ends at the Garden Paradise where she’d had a party that night, and should be home within the hour.

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“Reizy,” she gently said. “You knew of the arrangements before you shopped. You should have either asked for a better price before agreeing, or shopped within your budget.”

Her words stung, because they were true. I so badly wanted to do a perfect job, that I did not allow monetary calculations to dictate any of my shopping choices.

After much back and forth with a party of family members, including my mother, father, and grandfather, it was decided that my mother will not pay me more, and I should take it as a lesson in budgeting. It hurt.

Now, six months later, I can say that it was a smart move.

No, I did not become frugal, but I have become much more aware of what money is all about. $9.72 was a small price to pay for a lesson so powerful. And my business venture?

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“Reizy, I shot some pictures to show you how much your cake pops added to the décor. They tied everything in so nicely. I’m telling you, nobody would dream that they were done by a teenager!” my mother handed me her phone for a peek. “Oh, and this is for you,” she said offhandedly as she peeled some bills off the wad in her purse.

I took both with equal excitement. In the picture, the table layout looked grand, as befit an affair arranged by none other than my own mother. I was extremely pleased when I noticed that my cake pops took center stage on the laden table. I then stared at the bills in my hand, as reality hit me. Hard. $54 were scrunched into my fist. I thought of my receipts lying in my night chest drawer, totaling $63.72.

Four hours of hard work on Sunday- my only chance of relaxing all week, one whole evening of shopping for ingredients and perfect ribbons, two days of

It was no picnic cleaning flour and batter off all the surfaces where they had creatively landed. But, a job is a job, and cleanup was part of the deal. trial baking, and a deficit of $9.72 in my pocket. Stunned, I tried collecting my thoughts, thinking of what to do next.

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THIRTY ONE DUVID’S STORY: My daughter was getting married. I stood arm in arm with her chassan, to bring him to their chuppah. The Jerusalem sky was still a deeply lit blue, and from afar, the hills of dust and dunes glistened with each individual’s story.

It occurred to me that the hills were smooth. From my vantage point, I couldn’t be sure where people live and where they hoped to live, where houses started and people ended, or even where the flowers were growing in hedges in their yards.

And this wedding; it was just like that. From where I stood, linking arms with my new son, the prince to whom I was entrusting my daughter, you couldn’t tell the minutiae that had amounted in the struggles that now seemed merely a dusty hill. But they were there.

They had happened, and they had shaped the landscape of who we are.

I knew the landscape though.

The fear, lurking in every cell inside me. And the vulnerability. The awe.

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Malka’la. Married. Now she had been born. Now she was in my arms as she let out lusty wails of bakashah, of trust. And the years went zip, zip, zip. A couple of glitches. Like when I thought I could never afford to marry her off, worrying about an apartment for her.

And Hashem always delivered. Had I worried less, stuck my big fingers in the middle of

what? How do you say “everything” in as many words? How do you get for your children what you want, like an ache, for them to have?

“Hashem, be with them.

Just, always, be there. Right with them. They should know You, feel You. Don’t forsake them.” There was a part of me that thought to add, Don’t give them what You gave me; don’t

Had I worried less, stuck my big fingers in the middle of things a little less, she would have gotten the same apartment, wouldn’t she? things a little less, she would have gotten the same apartment, wouldn’t she? It was there, waiting for her in plain sight, orchestrated into her arms through a stunning string of events.

But I was in my head now.

And there we were, already stepping under the chuppah.

I opened my eyes wider.

Looked at the chassan, his young face like the fresh bud of a flower, looked at all the guest standing around and davening. I should also daven. But for

try them, not with illness and not with disease, not with poverty or want. Don’t try them with loss and shame and desperation.

Please withhold Your judgment… but what was the point? Every person is called closer to his Creator, and what I wanted was for my precious daughter to know Him with joy, through blessing.

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My Avrumy.

I couldn’t see, I couldn’t be sure about this young sprig who looked wholly out of place. When he lit up a cigarette and turned around slightly, I could see. I wasn’t imagining things.

In all the weeks leading up to the wedding, I hadn’t seen him once, as he was in yeshivah.

Had he not been in yeshivah? Did I know nothing about him joining the army? Was I so consumed with other matters pressing my heart that I never found out the truth?

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Could that be Avrumy? My Avrumy? In the army?

Givald! Oy, Givald. Of all places. Of all things to do, did he have to leave Yeshiva for the army?

Now the kallah was coming under her chuppah, flanked by her dear mother and her mother-inlaw, taking poised steps toward where we were standing, toward building the seven walls of her new home.

It was Avrumy. I could see now that he was peering closely at his sister, her beautiful face veiled, her footsteps enrobed in a gown of shimmering purity.

It was Avrumy. So that was it. That’s what had happened to him in the few seconds, or rather months, in which I hadn’t been looking in his direction. Children, like plants, needed watering daily or they wilt, change colors, lose their youthful greenness, and rot, rot into brown, unrecognizable form, throw off all vestiges of life. I lost him, because I didn’t attend to him.

And there, at the other side of the chuppah crowd, sat Chuna’s wheelchair, his head lolling onto his shoulder, his mouth agape, a thread of drool hanging all the way to his collar.

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Tatte. Tatte. What did You do to me, to us? How did You cast me from the sky to the earth in one shattering fall? How did You forsake me? And how do I know, when I see my daughter leaving the nest where she was born, that You will be there to hold her when she falls?

I knew now what I was praying for. “Tatte. Tatte.” It tore so, so deep.

I shuddered. The mesader kiddushin was here. He paused meaningfully. I pulled my shuddering limbs into myself.

I willed myself to still my cries.

The tears did not abate, falling stream-like, into my beard.

They say that under the chuppah, ten generations of ancestors join in the building of a new family. I imagined my father, and my zeide. I felt them supporting me at the shoulders, looking on with dispassionate, if compassionate eyes. I felt them with me, or I would have fallen apart.

My daughter was building a new family, while mine was falling apart, the debris all around

simchah of continuing to live, to build, to wait?

“Mazel tov, mazel tov!”

And the song “Od yishama,” erupted through the crowd, and swept from left to right until all the menfolk were singing. I turned to Chaya. Our eyes met. “Mazel tov,” I said. “May they have brachah.”

“May we see nachas.”

I turned to the kallah, Malka’la. She was looking at her new chassan with such fresh, beautiful eyes, that for a moment, all I could do was step back, step out of the ring of holiness that seemed to envelop them, and simply observe.

She saw me and flung herself at me. We embraced. “Thank you, Tatte,” she said. “I hope I can build a home like yours.”

And again, the tears. I hoped she could do more, better. “You can. The Bashefer should be

But how could my heart forget? I, we ourselves, were the ruins of Yerushalayim.

cause if yes, then, maybe I didn’t need to direct his search with my pain. Maybe I could ease up on the fears that gathered, like marbles in a tin, inside of me, and direct them to Hashem. Because if he knew, how would he come to look this way?

“Bashefer, please watch my children, because they are Yours. I can’t do the job of raising them, but You can. They are not your grandchildren; they are your children. Please let Avrumy find his way back.

Please don’t let him stray, but gather him in like a sheep wobbling afield. Please hold them all in your loving embrace. I can’t do it…”

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our feet. How could I not cry, for everyone, most of all my dear, lost children?

Wine was drunk. Glass was stepped on and shattered. If my heart forgot the ruins of Yerushalayim at the height of my simchah…. But how could my heart forget? I, we ourselves, were the ruins of Yerushalayim.

Or was this why we broke glass? Because the Bashefer remembered our broken hearts, our nation broken with every conceivable pain, even as we gave ourselves wholly to the

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with you always.”

And now, I had to go find Avrumy. But not before I cried the anger, the shock and helplessness out. Because I needed to talk to him with kindness. I couldn’t approach him with the still lava of pain that tore into me every time I pinched myself and knew that yes, this was real.

He had really left our insular community and gone to join the army. Did he know, while he tried to figure himself out, about this partnership he had, with the greatest Source of all? Be-

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It is safe to say that when Mrs. X left Israel for her much anticipated family getaway in Cuba she never envisioned returning by way of an elaborate airborne ICU taking up the entire first class cabin of El Al airlines.

The 70 year old woman’s vacation took an unexpected and potentially deadly turn when she collapsed Thursday morning in the lobby of her Cuban hotel. The victim of a sudden stroke, she was rushed to Cuba’s severely substandard hospital where it was determined that she had suffered an intracranial hemorrhage.

“I got the call Friday morning,” explains Isaac Leider, dubbed Rabbi 911™ for his world-renowned success in dealing with air medical trans-

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ports. “There was no way the patient was going to survive in a Cuban hospital. The logistics for the 60 minute flight from Havana to Miami are always complicated. This time the complications were tenfold.”

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Michael Wildes, former mayor of Englewood, New Jersey and a 23 year veteran of Hatzalah, spent the next several hours working the phones well into Friday night, along with Isaac, to save this Jewish woman’s life.

A board member of NORPAC (a political action committee working to improve Unites States and Israel relations) he reached out to Dr. Ben Chouake, the President of the organization, who in turn contacted Senator Menendez’ Chief of Staff, whom he has known for twenty years.

Mr. Wildes credits Isaac, who he dubs ‘an angel’ with doing a great job of smoothing the way, arranging for an available bed, collecting the proof needed for a medical parole visa, verifying that the patient would not become a medical charge in the Unites States and a burden to the taxpayers (traveler’s insurance is covering 100%), and securing the written assurances that there was no other medically mandated option to save this woman’s life.

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Seventy-two hours later, thanks to life-saving surgical intervention, VitalOne was once again on the scene, flying her via air ambulance to Newark Airport where they had turned the entire first class cabin of an El Al flight into a completely retrofitted airborne ICU. VitalOne was able to repatriate the patient where she will receive further care from Professor Zvi Ram at Tel Aviv’s Sourasky Medical Center.

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Sandwiches are my go-to supper whenever I have chicken defrosted but no idea what to do with it. You can never go wrong, there is no set recipe, and you use whatever you have in your house. After spending plenty of nights eating plenty of different sandwiches, I’m sharing three of my favorite results with you. Remember, the recipes are not etched in stone. Use them as basic guidelines to create your own family favorites.

As long as you have an abundance of napkins, you’re good to go! Enjoy!

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For those of you who hate to throw away any food, this recipe is for you. The first time I made it was when I had a net bag full of chicken bones from my chicken soup and no supper prepared. It was such a hit. Since then I put chicken bottoms into my soup special for this recipe, and it has become the weekly Thursday night supper in my house.

2 chicken bottoms or 1 bag of chicken bones from the chicken soup Âź cup sesame teriyaki sauce 4 wraps

Techina ½ bag of frozen French fries, baked Tomatoes Red cabbage

Shred the chicken off the bones and place on a cookie sheet. Pour sesame teriyaki sauce over chicken and mix until all chicken is coated. Place cookie sheet under the broiler in your oven and broil for about 10 to 20 minutes. The chicken should be browned and crispy.

Keep mixing it if the edges are burning too quickly.

Microwave the wrap for 10 seconds so it becomes warm and bendable. Smear techina over wrap and layer with French fries, tomatoes, red cabbage and shredded teriyaki chicken.

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PESTO CHICKEN SANDWICHES

4 chicken cutlets, pounded thin 1 tablespoon oil 1 cube frozen garlic 1 cube frozen basil

4 pita bread or wraps 2 tablespoons storebought pesto 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Lettuce

Sour pickles, sliced Tomatoes, sliced Red onion, sliced French fried onion

Place chicken cutlets, oil and frozen cubes in a shallow bowl and let sit for about 30 minutes Place chicken cutlets on a cookie sheet and broil for about 3 to 4 minutes per side Combine pesto and mayonnaise in a plate and divide evenly among 4 pita breads or wraps.

Layer pita or wrap with lettuce, sour pickles, tomatoes, red onion, chicken cutlets and French fried onions. Roll up wrap and slice on a diagonal.

I love the taste of pesto on everything.

Smearing it on the pita really adds super taste to this quick and easy sandwich.

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Takes a little more prep time than the other two recipes, but is really worth it.

1 pound pepper steak 2 large onions, sliced into half rings 1 tablespoon oil 1 green pepper, sliced 2 teaspoons meat tenderizer spice

2 tablespoons honey 4 baguettes DRESSING: Âź cup mayonnaise Âź cup Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons honey

Saute sliced onion in oil until wilted, about 10 to 15 minutes. Add the pepper steak, along with the green pepper and the meat tenderizer spice. Saute until steak is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Add the honey and mix well.

In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients and set aside.

Slice open baguettes and fill with onion and steak mixture. Top generously with honey garlic dressing.

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The Election Process

By Ruchel Lebovits

THE VICE PRESIDENT When the U.S. Constitution was originally written, it included a position for a Vice President, a backup to the president should he be injured or killed and unable to resume his duties. This was to ensure that the United states never found itself without a leader. After the vice president, there are a number of people who take over if the people ahead of them are all killed, including the Speaker of the House and some of the president’s cabinet members.

In the original version of the Constitution, the man who won the elections became president and the runner-up became vice president. The position of vice president required nothing from the person, other than to have the 3 qualifications necessary to be president (35, natural born U.S. citizen, 14 years residency in the US).

In the election of 1796, the Electoral College voted for a president from one party and a vice president from another. And then in the election of 1800, the votes for the top two people were tied, prompting the 12th amendment to be passed, in which the process of voting for president and vice president was changed.

Now, instead of voting for president and vice president separately, they run on one party ticket.

For many years the position of vice president didn’t hold much significance. Because

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the job has no official duties other than being president and tie breaker in the senate, vice presidents generally were not involved in the day-today running of the country.

Most of them did not even reside in Washington D.C. Over the last 100 years or so, vice presidents starting playing a more major role, some more than others, joining cabinet meetings, helping the president campaign for issues, and representing the president at important events.

When it comes to choosing a running mate, or vice presidential partner, the presidential candidates generally look for two things: 1)

someone they can get along with who will not overshadow them, 2) a person that rounds out their ticket. Most candidates have limita-

In order for them to garner votes in the missing demographics, presidents will try to choose a partner who has a more favorable standing with the voters they need. tions and know what they are; too old, too young, not a family man, a particular race etc. In order for them to garner votes in the missing demographics, they will try to choose a partner who has a more favorable standing with the voters they need.

As soon as candidates seriously contemplates a run for the presidency, they will start the process of choosing a potential vice president, vetting and interviewing anyone they seriously consider.

Once they’ve won one or more primaries, they will narrow down their selection. When one candidate officially wins their party’s nomination, they will then formally give the job to their final choice and announce them as their running mate. At the party’s convention, they will be presented as the party’s ticket of president and vice president and will then run together to try and secure their ultimate goal of winning the general elections.

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HILLARY AND HER UNNOTICEABLE SCANDALS For months now, Hillary Clinton has lead her party’s polls in the primary race. That is not surprising, given the opponents she is up against. Bernie Sanders is an unknown with nowhere near the amount of financial support that Hillary has. And Martin O’Malley has all but vanished into obscurity, never getting much of a mention at all. For all intents and purposes, Hillary’s been running unopposed.

What seems more surprising is that in the national polls, against the top-tier republican candidates, she has been holding her own, despite the many scandals and missteps that have come up over all this

On Tuesday, December 29th, George Pataki, the three-term NY Governor, announced that he would no longer be seeking his party's nomination. "While tonight is the end of my journey for the White House, as I suspend my campaign for president, I am confident we can elect the right person," Governor Pataki said. "Someone who will bring us together and who understands that polititime. Starting before her announcement and continuing forward by testifying in front of Congress, the Benghazi and email scandals have continued to plague her; yet they seem to have no major impact on polls.

Admittedly, her campaign has POLLS

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While the Republicans will do battle

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cians, including the president, must be the people's servant and not their master. If we're truly going to make America great again, we need to elect a president who will do three things — confront and defeat radical Islam, shrink the size and power of Washington, and unite us again in our belief in this great country."

His withdrawal leaves 12 candidates in the Republican race for the nomination.

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For all intents and purposes, Hillary’s been running unopposed. with each other over the coming months, she can continue to rally her base and amass more support. And when August rolls around and the Republicans finally have a nominee, she’ll have a leg up on whomever that may be.

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The Kitchen

hen designing a house we usually find ourselves concentrating on the aesthetics and tend to forget that we also need to live and function as a family on a practical level. Take the time to think about your life, your family, and what your needs might be down the road - and decide what kind of kitchen will best suit you and your family.

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INTRODUCTION: Practically speaking, the kitchen and dinette are the most important part of the house and are the balabuste’s domain. It is a place where mothers spend much of their day and where husbands and children find happiness and comfort. As the main hub of the house, the kitchen sees more than its fair share of traffic. Strategic planning and a well-thought-out layout are vital to the success of your kitchen.

KITCHEN TIPS: • It is important for your kitchen to be large enough to accommodate the number of people who will be using it: a practical kitchen starts at 13 to 20 feet wide by 15 to 18 feet long, plus a dinette area of 13 to 18 feet wide by 10 to 15 feet long.

• The ideal place to enter your kitchen is between the cooking and eating areas. This allows you to maintain the space as two separate entities, keeping your dinette clean while you cook. If your kitchen layout doesn’t allow for this configuration, then place your dinette at the far end of the kitchen to minimize clutter, ensuring that at least one area of your kitchen stays clean and orderly at any given time.

• When placing an island in your kitchen, you need a minimum of 42 inches of space on all sides to accommodate those who are using the island, as well as others who are passing through.

• If you are building a house from scratch, consult with a kitchen designer at the beginning of the architectural planning process to coordinate the best locations for windows. Once windows have been installed, their placement limits the function and layout of your kitchen.

• If it is difficult to find room for windows in a kitchen, placing windows above cabinets and counters is another way to get more light. Having large windows in the dinette is a great focal point, and besides, the two areas can always share the sunshine!

• Lighting has a tremendous impact in your kitchen. Fixtures above the sinks and ranges, and over-the-cabinet soffit lighting will bathe your kitchen in a soft glow. Have an island in your kitchen? Pendants are a fabulously stylish choice to illuminate the area. Plan ahead and create a lighting plan as soon as your kitchen design is finalized so that your fixtures are situated in the right place, and make sure that your fixtures flow and have a purpose.

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FRONT KITCHEN PROS: • You have a better view of your children as they play outside with friends and neighbors in front of your house.

• Being able to see the school bus coming, both in the morning and in the afternoon, giving you the ability to wait indoors but still be out on time to get your little ones on or off the bus.

• Having the ability to drop things off easily in your kitchen as soon as you get home.

• On those days that you are home alone or are spending most of your time busy in the kitchen you get to be entertained by the bustle of the street.

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LOCATION: While kitchens are typically placed either in the front or the back of the house, there are always exceptions and times when it make more sense to situate your kitchen in the center of your house, such as on a long, narrow property, when logic dictates that both the front and rear rooms be used for other purposes. What is the best placement for your kitchen? There are pros and cons to consider.

BACK KITCHEN PROS: • Guests get to see the nicest rooms of your home (dining room/living room) and your family gets to use the comfortable rooms (kitchen/family room), as it should be.

• Additional privacy and minimal street noise.

• Having more flexibility in planning your dinette by being able to bump out a nook and add extra windows.

• Being able to watch your kids playing in the backyard while you cook.

• In the summer, you can put your kids in a kiddie pool on your porch while keeping an eye on them from the kitchen.

• Being able to eat outside with your family in nice weather while still enjoying some privacy.

BACK KITCHEN CONS: • Not being able to see the school buses as they come to pick up/drop off your kids • Not being able to watch your kids while they are playing out front.

• Experiencing a sense of isolation when you look outside and don’t see anyone.

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FRONT KITCHEN CONS:

BACK KITCHEN

• People passing by your house can see right into your kitchen.

• Street noise can interfere with family time.

• Anyone who comes into your house has a full view of your kitchen, which you might not appreciate on those hectic days.

• Not having easy access from your kitchen to your back porch.

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CLEANING TIPS Although cleaning a kitchen is commonly compared to shoveling snow while it’s still snowing, it’s something we womenfolk spend a big chunk of our lifetime doing. Here are some tips to make the job a little easier.

• Do you have a hard time getting rid of the hard water stains that Rockland’s “hard water” leaves on your sinks? Try this product, available at Home Depot and Walmart: CLR Bath and Kitchen Cleaner.

Vinegar usually also does the job, without the harmful chemicals.

• If you have copper or brass fixtures in your kitchen that are tarnished, try removing the tarnish with ketchup. Dab some onto a soft cloth and gently rub.

Then rinse with warm water.

• If your hand doesn’t fit down a narrow vase or decanter, fill it halfway with water and drop in two Alka-Seltzer tablets. It will make it cleaner than ever before. Alka-Seltzer is also great for giving drains a deep cleaning.

• Clean your blender by putting in a little water and a drop of dish soap into the pitcher right after it was used. Put it back on the blender, and turn it on for 20 seconds. All you need to do is rinse it and you’re done. Similarly, an immersion blender should be immersed and turned on in a cup of water and some soap.

• The quickest way to clean a microwave oven is to place a handful of wet paper towels inside and run it on High for 3-5 minutes.

The steam from the towels will soften the grime.

Once the paper towels cool down, use them to wipe the oven's interior.

• To remove water marks and make your pots and pans like new, wash them with sour salt.

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PRESERVING FOODS’ FRESHNESS On average, a typical family wastes at least $1,000 of food per year. Here are some tips to make sure your family reaches nowhere near that.

• Do you find that cut-up vegetables become soggy in the refrigerator overnight? Place a paper towel in a container over a salad, cut-up vegetables, or lettuce and then cover the container. The paper towel will absorb the moisture, leaving the vegetables crisp and fresh. Paper towels are also great for lining your crisper drawer, as it prolongs shelf life by absorbing the moisture that causes vegetables to rot quickly.

• In order to make cottage cheese or sour cream last longer, place the container upside-down in the fridge. Inverting the tub creates a vacuum that inhibits the growth of bacteria that causes food to spoil.

• To prevent salt from hardening, place a few grains of rice into your salt shaker.

IMPROVISING IN THE KITCHEN Sometimes all it takes is a bit of resourcefulness to make life a little easier and exciting.

• Turn any cup into a travel cup by wrapping Glad’s Press n Seal to seal the top and insert a straw. The kids will love it and the car will be less sticky.

• For the preparation-free healthiest ice cream, slip a pop stick through the foil of a small yogurt and into the yogurt and freeze. When frozen, remove foil cover, pop out, and watch the kids enjoy them. It can even be breakfast in a pinch.

• If you ever need to roll out a dairy dough, and want to keep your (only) rolling pin pareve, a glass wine bottle does the trick, although find out if it has to be toiveled prior to use.

KITCHEN TRICKS

JUNK DRAWER

With the right tricks, daunting tasks can sometimes become so simple.

Even the most organized people have it, a “catch all” area that all the junk seems to fall into. Here are some tips that can help you maintain organization in your junk drawer.

• When measuring sticky stuff like honey, molasses, or peanut butter, spray your measuring • Divide and conquer: cups with a non-stick spray (or Create little cubbies, make a quick coat with oil) so with no extra space, that it slides right out. so it should look tidy • Whether you want perfectly even if an item is out even layers of cake, or to cut of place, and there cheesecake without making should be no empty it crumble, unscented dental areas for random stuff floss can help you pull it off! Did to go. This can be done you know there is a such thing by buying baskets as a cheese wire? It’s basically or bins, or puzzling a knife made for crumbly soft together bottoms of cheese, but floss will ultimately cereal or pasta boxes give you the same results. (which you can wrap • There’s always that one jar with wrapping paper that refuses to open. If your or scrap fabrics). husband isn’t home for the • Label: If everything has a place and it’s plain muscle power, just put on a to see, 75% of the random dumping will not rubber kitchen glove, or place happen. a thick rubber band around the • To keep your bins from sliding, secure them lid. The rubber gives you just with Velcro (for easy removal and replacethe right amount of grip to get ment) or double-sided tape. It will make your the job done without tearing a “junk drawer” a more manageable area. muscle.

• Wrap messy things like extension wires or • Place a wooden spoon over chargers with a strip of velcro to keep them boiling water to keep it from neat. boiling over. There is a lot of science behind this, but the easiest way to explain why this works is because the spoon pops a lot of the bubbles once they come into contact with it, and it also absorbs some of the moisture. Apparently, metal spoons don’t work because they heat up too fast. It’s worth a try!

• Want to bake challos on Erev Shabbos without making a mess? Buy pre-sifted flour, cover your table with a plastic tablecloth, and place the base of your Bosch into a garbage bag, making a hole for where the bowl connects. At the end of this process, all you’ll have to do is wash the bowl, the beaters, and a measuring cup.

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It’s finally here, and with it comes thick winter coats, cozy hats, toasty shawls, and of course, snuggly gloves! What would we do without those essential digit-warmers on the coldest of days? Gloves have a long history of service to mankind, and it’ll be continuing throughout this winter for sure. So, grab your gloves and walk your fingers down the page…

FAST FACTS • Gloves have long been a symbol of status.

Throughout the ages, common folk wore simple deer or sheepskin gloves, while the upper class citizens of high society wore gloves that were heavily embroidered or decorated with precious metals and stones.

• Gloves were considered such an important aspect of society throughout history that: • Gentlemen were expected to change their gloves six times a day.

• Various colors and fabrics were considered socially appropriate for different events.

• Proper ladies were expected to wear gloves ‘round the clock - both inside and outside of the home.

• In the middle ages there was a tradition to eat while wearing special finger-gloves, which were placed on the tips of the fingers, sort of like thimbles. Likewise, the Romans ate with their hands, also wearing

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gloves during mealtime. I wonder how they ate soup…

• The first time gloves were ever worn during surgery was in the late 1880’s, and only then because a nurse complained of antiseptic chemicals bothering her hands. Come to find out, it was a fantastic step in the right direction… Before then, infection-related death after an operation was a huge risk, earning hospitals the macabre nickname “houses of death.” Upon using gloves however, mortality rates plummeted, and doctors realized that gloves were a simple but necessary step in saving lives.

• Do latex gloves make you itch? If you have an allergy to latex, you might also find that avocado, chestnut, kiwi, and banana make you start scratching. The above listed foods (as well as others) share a similar protein to latex, and many times if one is allergic to one, she may also be allergic to the others.

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CREATIVE USES

GLOVES IN HALACHA • If one is unable to wash before eating bread due to a wound on their hand, one should wear gloves, or refrain from touching the bread and make the bracha hamotzi without washing.

• One should remove their gloves- along with other outerwear- before beginning to pray, because one does not stand before an important person dressed in such a manner; much less before the King of all kings.

• A kallah should not wear gloves under the chuppah, due to the fact that there should be no obstruction between the ring and her actual finger.

• Don’t throw out those old single gloves! Use these great tips to make the most of what you’ve got.

• Dampen a soft glove and while wearing it, use it to polish blinds, plants, and other delicate surfaces. When done, just wash the glove with the shmattes.

• Cut old rubber gloves into strips; they make fantastic heavy duty rubber bands!

• To prevent tipsy-topsy brooms, snip the finger off of a rubber glove and slide it over the end of your broom handle to give it extra traction.

• In a pinch, use the tip of a plastic glove as a stand-in for a lost bottle cover.

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Things That Go “VROOOM” By: Ruchy Reese

Auto issues handled by Chaverim

It was a cold winter’s eve and the heat had long gone out of the car. The frigid rain pelted the window pane, and the small children began whimpering, hungry and in need of a restroom. Mrs. Kohn* could only look at her brood with pity in her eyes. It was a miracle that they were even alive! It had been a harrowing day for the Kohns, who had set out on a family trip with a car service at 6 am, not realizing that a safety warning would go in affect shortly after their departure. Slowly they inched along, not knowing that black ice had settled all along the highway, making the way treacherous.

The Kohn family however, hadn’t heard the warning until it was too late. By then, the hired minivan had careened out of control and had flown into a ditch. Emerging from the van shaken but unhurt- the Kohns looked around them in shock. Cars were piled up on either side- burning heaps of mangled metal.

It was many hours before the tow truck arrived, and night had nearly descended. Finally, the truck arrived and the driver hoisted the van into the air- the Kohn’s hanging on inside for dear life. They were taken to an auto compound, where, with a snarl, the owner of the compound left the family to fend for themselves, as he headed home for the evening. In the middle of nowhere, in freezing weather, with no help in sight- the situation seemed hopeless. To make matters worse, the unsympathetic owner locked the gate behind him, sealing the Kohn family inside.

Now they stood with tears streaming down their faces, not knowing where to turn. The youngest child was but an infant, and who knew how long the children would be able to survive the wet, frigid weather? It had already been many hours since they’d last eaten and had access to the facilities. Finally, the Kohn’s remembered Chaverim. After placing a quick call, they were assured that help was on the way. Shortly thereafter, four volunteer cars arrived, having braved the black ice, to take the family to safety. First however, the family had to be evacuated.

One by one the children were handed over the fence, and those who were able, climbed out to safety. Mrs. Kohn however was not capable of climbing the fence. Selfless as usual, a devoted unit circled the entire compound in deep slush to find the easiest point of exit for the lady of the family. As soon as she was out the family was taken to their doorstep back home in Monsey, now staunch supporters of Chaverim.

Exactly one year ago from the date of this week’s publication a family was rescued by Chaverim from inside a locked auto compound.

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Unfortunately, car related issues frequently happen, although most are not as drastic as tragic accidents and the subsequent events. Sometimes a car simply needs a boost, a tire patch, a little air, or perhaps the owner needs help finding the car in a large parking lot. Whatever the case, most people know exactly whom to call. It’s common knowledge that Chaverim is highly active in the automotive department. In fact, most newcomers to the Monsey com-

A member will smilingly fill your tank with enough fuel to take you to the nearest gas station and will then send you on your way. Don’t be surprised however, when you’re asked for $20 in remuneration. To many people it comes as a surprise that a volunteer organization charges for a service. The answer however, makes perfect sense.

“We ask for twenty dollars in order that the responding member shouldn’t have to pay

Emerging from the van shaken but unhurtthe Kohns looked around them in shock.

Cars were piled up on either side- burning heaps of mangled metal. munity automatically associate Chaverim with assistance during automotive crises - and there’s a good reason for that.

Although Chaverim stands ready to perform almost any type of chesed, the most common calls that come in are usually related to four-wheeled machines and their passengers.

While car problems can appear in many forms, there are certain types that continuously pop up. Let’s learn more about what Chaverim is most commonly known for.

OUT OF GAS Have you ever had the misfortune to get stuck in the middle of the road somewhere, only to glance down at the gas gauge and see the hand pointing to the big red “E”- leaving you feeling totally irresponsible and helpless? Well, rest assured that you’re not the only one. In fact, it happens multiple times daily, and a Chaverim volunteer won’t think twice about it when they come to help you.

money from his own pocket to supply the gas and the container,” Mr. Yossi Margaretten - Chaverim Coordinator (Unit 28) tells me when I interview him for the scoop on car-related issues. “The total price is then rounded up, in order that people

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should not use Chaverim as a free refueling station. There are also times that people can be negligent, and the $20 serves as way to remind them to be on top of their gas gauge.”

Sometimes it happens that a Chaverim member will arrive anticipating an empty gas tank, but upon inspection will discover that only a boost is required.

A quick visit from a trusty starter pack, and you’ll be good to go.

That boost or bit of gas can really mean the difference between life and death sometimes. One abnormally freezing day a call came in that a car had run out of gas on the highway, and the car was turning into an icebox. Dispatching gave out the call as an emergency situation and volunteers ran to their vehicles to help the man in need. By the time they reached him, he was already experiencing symptoms of hypothermia.

Thankfully, due the dedicated volunteers- a tragic ending was averted.

FLAT TIRE/ NEEDS AIR If the path of life could be measured by the number of tires serviced, then Chaverim’s come a long way indeed. With a grand total of 4,814 tires serviced since the beginning of 2015 alone, you can easily consider Chaverim competition for AAA. Except Chaverim does it for it free!

Upon arrival, a member will assess whether the tire needs air, a patch, or to be swapped out for a spare. Many new cars however, do not come with

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STUCK IN TRAFFIC Nobody likes to be stuck; definitely not in traffic. Thankfully, there’s Chaverim.

When traffic hits on erev Shabbos even the best laid plans can go awry. When cars are bumper to bumper and the zman is steadily approaching, there isn’t much that one can do to relieve the tension in the air, other than daven, and call Chaverim, of course.

It’s usually those short winter afternoons when the calls come pouring in. Panic stricken families watch the minutes tick by, every second bringing them closer to candle lighting, but not closer to their destination. Chaverim understands what this means, and every unit is caught up in the drama, seeking various ways to help.

One member will call each driver and try guiding him through different routes and shortcuts to escape the gridlock.

Other members will be bustling about, procuring lodging and meals for those that’ll be spending Shabbos in Monsey. Under the guidance of the local dayan, special units of non-Jews may be deployed to drive the vehicles to Monsey if it’s too close to the zman. Every unit will be offering up a tefilah for the safe and quick arrival of our co-religionists before Shabbos Hamalkah makes her appearance.

The relief of those families when they arrive at their lastminute lodging in Monsey is palpable, knowing that chillul Shabbos was narrowly averted by a large dose of Siyata Dishmaya- expressed through the help of Chaverim.

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spares. In addition, there are times that multiple wheels may obtain a flat- although the car only holds one spare. What then is a person to do?

Never fear: enter the Monsey Tire Gemach! Chaverim started this division about 2 years ago after realizing the need for spare spares to help a truly stranded person. Dedicated members began collecting tires from junk cars and collision shops and stored them to give on loan.

It’s a complex project to match up tires with the correct make and model of the vehicle in question, as the tires needed can vary from year to year. To date there are around 200 tires in stock, and a member will bring you the tire, install it, and let you drive off with it- on the sole condition that the tire is returned to Chaverim after the car is fixed.

STUCK IN SNOW When it snows heavily, it is desirable for people to stay put, in order to minimize accidents and the risk of a vehicle becoming entrenched in snow. There are, however, times when a person must head out for a vital doctor visit or the sort and transportation is nearly impossible to come by. In such an instance, Chaverim will transport the patient safely to his destination.

But that’s not all that Chaverim does on a snow day; in fact, the phones are usually ringing off the hooks when the weather is fierce.

Its then that a triage system comes into play, with dispatchers evaluating each call to determine which is most urgent.

Many people don’t know how to drive in snow, and can find themselves deeply entrenched in that fluffy white stuff. It’s even happened to busloads full of children. Then Chaverim comes along, enters their car, and but seconds later extracts it from a snow bank. Sometimes though, various tools and techniques are required to be used- such as attaching a chain to another vehicle to pull the car.

Chaverim refrains from using these methods unless a car is deeply stuck, because of the potential risk of damaging the car or surroundings. In general, Chaverim won’t remove a car from the snow during a storm, unless a passenger is completely stranded. Somebody seeking a joy ride in the falling snow certainly doesn’t qualify for car-shlepping services. If however, the snow has finished, or there is a valid reason for needing the car, and every technique has been tried without

Chaverim Tip: Be proactive by maintaining your tires: Check if they need to be replaced before the winter or when visiting a mechanic. You don’t want to get stuck!

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It is Chaverim protocol for the assisting member to request a waiver to be signed by the person he is pulling out. Although Chaverim always tries to be careful, if unintentional damage happens, the caller should be aware that he consented to the risk.

PROTOCOL Chaverim is a team of truly dedicated individuals. My own husband (Unit 83) has a virtual mechanic shop in the back of his van. There you will find an electric compressor, jacks, and an entire chest of various gizmos that I couldn’t even begin to fathom their use. He, or any other volunteer, is thrilled to be able to perform the chesed of changing or pumping air into your tire, or helping in any other way possible. With the right combination of tools and know-how, a Chaverim member might be able to save you a lot of money, time, and agmas nefesh.

There are times, however, that as much as a Chaverim member may want to help you - he will have to refuse due to the dangerous location of the vehicle- such as on the lane of a very busy street. If the road in question is located in Monsey, Chaverim might gather enough members to block off the road while the car is being attended to. On a dangerous part of a highway however, Chaverim protocol is to politely refuse assistance.

Not too long ago, a car broke down on the highway and summoned Chaverim. When a member arrived, he noticed the dangerous position of the car and asked the driver to inch the car towards the shoulder. The driver refused, and as per protocol, the Chaverim member walked away without helping. The volunteer had just driven away when another automobile crashed into the car that the owner refused to move - sending the driver for an extended stay in the hospital. Baruch Hashem, the driver is now back on his feet; the car however, was totaled. Due to the incredible timing, it was a tremendous reminder that “the shliach of a mitzvah is protected from all harm.”

Baruch Hashem most stories end happily at Chaverim, because the incredible power of chesed protects them ‘round the clock.

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We had so much fun designing and creating these trendy key chains! Whether you are an experienced clayer, or have never tried clay before, this new twist combines two favored classics and is a great family project that can be adapted for all ages. Even a threeyear-old can join in the fun!

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You will need: Sculpey (oven bake) clay • Plastic knife/Cookie cutters Perler beads • Keychain/magnet (optional) Rolling pin • Glaze (optional) Parchment paper

EXPERIMENT with mixing colors to get fun color combinations! Try matching your clay to your briefcase or pencil case.

• For burgundy, add some brown to red.

• For luggage add brown to red and yellow.

• To marbleize, use burgandy (red+brown) and pink (white+red). Roll each color into strands and place the strands alongside each other. Roll them all together until they are slightly mixed, and then roll out the clay to make your shape.

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cut the clay into a rectangle. At one end, cut off the two corners, then punch a hole at the top with a straw.

Use a plastic knife to make a dotted line around the tag.

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Using the plastic knife, lightly sketch the design you choose to make with the Perler beads onto the clay. Some ideas: Your initial, name, smiley, etc.

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Play with the clay a bit to soften. Using the rolling pin, roll out clay about ¼ inch thick onto parchment paper.

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Arrange the beads on your design, with the beads touching one another. When you like the way it looks, press the Perler beads as deep into the clay as possible.

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To add the keychain, gently lift your clay and place it face down.

Take a small piece of extra clay of the same color and form a ball.

Flatten it into a circle. Place the keychain onto the big piece of clay and cover it with the small clay circle. Press down lightly all around to attach it. Turn the clay back over.

Place the parchment paper with the clay in a disposable pan, and bake at 300 degrees for 15 minutes, or until the beads start to melt. Don’t forget to set a timer for this part!

Remove the clay from the oven, and let cool completely.

If you punched a hole in your clay before baking, you can now insert a snap ring (a ring that opens and closes) and then slide in the keychain.

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Real Estate

Credit Refresh

by Ann Zeilingold Mortgage commitments and mortgage commitment dates are a key focus when purchasing a home.

The realtor, attorney, borrower and lender are laser focused on adhering to these dates. But once the file is committed. buyers waiting to close on a mortgage should avoid doing anything that might change their credit picture until after the documents are signed and the money is delivered.

Borrowers may assume that the lender is satisfied with their financial status once their loan has been approved. But since 2010, Fannie Mae has required lenders to recheck a borrower’s credit right before closing the mortgage. And if new liabilities pop up, the loan may be delayed or even canceled.

In our office, we tell our clients about this upfront, and keep reminding them through the entire process not to go buy a new bed or a refrigerator. “What you’re supposed to do is keep everything status quo.”

Buying a home, you might want to buy a appliances in time for move-in day. But if your purchase shows up as a new credit card account with a $3,000 balance, the loan might be sent back to underwriting in order to redo the calculations, A new loan could potentially have a higher interest rate or you may not qualify at all.

Mortgage lenders are also on the lookout for new credit inquiries. A credit inquiry from, say, Toyota signals that the borrower is probably in the process of buying a car —making that kind of large purchase is another red flag.

Such purchases just before closing may not affect the loan status of the most creditworthy borrowers. Borrowers with high debt-to-income ratios, and therefore tighter finances, are the ones who need to be careful.

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We keep reminding our clients throughout the entire process not to go buy a new bed or a refrigerator.

“What you’re supposed to do is keep everything status quo.”

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The maximum debtto-income ratio allowed

by Fannie Mae is 45 percent (meaning that a maximum 45 percent of your gross monthly income can go to cover debt, mortgage and housing expenses).

It’s more of an issue for people on the cusp of approval where they just get in under the wire. If someone was a 44 percent at the approval, if they incurred more debt at the credit refresh, and the debt goes over 45, we can’t close that loan.

We had two such situations in our office in the last two months. One client got a new AMEX card. While his debt ratio was okay, we had to add the account to the credit report. Because he had never gotten a statement, we had to have the credit bureau verify the payment, and it caused a delay in the documents being sent out. Another client had student loan payments, and the refresh report had a higher payment than our original report.

The higher payment was correct. The borrower had to pay off a student loan to qualify, which caused the closing to be delayed by a day, inconveniencing the seller.

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seen the credit recheck cause problems for working couples, when only one spouse is named on the loan, usually because the other spouse has a low credit score. Basing the loan on one spouse’s income instead of two means the lender will see a higher debt-to-income ratio. In reality, the couple may easily be able to afford buying new furniture, but because the bank isn’t seeing both incomes, a rise in debt could still cause problems with

their loan before the closing.

To avoid any last-minute problem, all borrowers should check with their loan officer before taking on any new debt.

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Find Ann’s real estate column weekly in The Monsey View.

Vice President

FM Home Loans 1609 Route 202 Pomona, NY 10970

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Ann Zeilingold, NMLS # 41850 is the Vice President and Branch Manager of FM Home Loans in Pomona, NY. FM Home Loans is a direct lender, licensed in NY, NJ, FL and CT. She has been originating residential mortgages for 27 years.

She has recently published a book, which is a must-read for any prospective homebuyer, The Homebuyer’s Companion. Ann grew up in Monsey, and she currently lives in Wesley Hills with her husband and children.

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MOHEL MUSMACH Trained @ the London school of circumcision. Haskamos and references available. R' Moshe Romand: 862-505-9546

MISC.

HANDYMAN We specialize in small home repairs. Please call 845-238-8360

HANDYMAN - TRIMMER * shelving * molding * chair rail * hanging * & more (845) 662-3395

LOST & FOUND

MNZ PLUMBING

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Plumbing & renovations. No job is too big or too small. Call:347447-0081

SMALL MOONWALK FOR RENT. Indoor fun. Great for Sunday and family gatherings. For children up to age 8. $30/day. 356-3142 Proceeds to tzedakah.

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MATH TUTOR. ALL LEVELS.

THE SHALOM BAYIS CHALLAH

Private 1-on-1 instruction at affordable price. Many years of experience, Flexible hours, references available. Aron: 845445-8003

1/2 the loaf whole wheat, 1/2 white. Regular challah also available. Yoshon, sifted flour, 2 for $10. Tamar Spiro (845) 3526496

SAVE ON GAS & ELECTRIC EVERY MONTH

ATTENTION COIN COLLECTORS

Call 845-274-1372 for lowest price. if no answer leave message.

Coins For Sale All Types.

American, Foreign, Silver, NonSilver. Old, New... Call (347) 822-4018

ALTERATIONS!!!

GOLD’N’GIFTS

Hems and mending bluefield area 845-352-7201. Seamstress for basic alterations 845-428-0117- if no answer, please leave message

Come in to view Matanel 24K Gold Plated Magnificent Pictures, at the lowest prices in town. Call: 354-7911

LADY DRIVER AYELET Lady drivers available day and night 845-480-2115

LADY DRIVER W/ MINI VAN Fast and friendly service, local and long distance. Call Chavi: (845)659-8207

CAR SERVICE Long distance trips brand-new car. Anywhere anytime. Very reliable. Always on time. Call Yanki 8455582697

CARPOOL FORMING

GOLD’N’GIFTS Come in to view Matanel “Charm Them” collection of necklaces, at the lowest prices in town. Call: 354-7911

BEAUTIFUL FABRICS Beautiful fabrics for sale @ below wholesale price. please call after 1:00pm 845-354-6046

DESSERTS INC. Enhance your simcha or shabbos table with these desserts.

Danidessertsinc@gmail.com. 845406-3196. For orders, check out danidessertsinc.com

ALL YOUR WINTER NEEDS!

Can leave from monsey to bp between 6am - 8am. Returning approx 6-6:30pm. One way is ok.

Call 845-608-9772 if interested

Snow Plowing & All your winter needs!! Salt,Blend,Calcium and shovels. Call (845) 202-0613

CD DUPLICATION

PETTICOATS FOR RENT

High Quality & Low Prices.

Call: 845-521-8335. Email: ezcdcopycenter@gmail.com

All sizes. $8.00 each. Please call 352-6354. If no answer, leave message.

THECL A SSIFIEDS

80% OFF SALE CONTINUES

M&S SOUND EQUIPMENT RENTALS

Italian Designer Girls Wear.

Current winter and past summer included.Convenient hours.

Centrally located 845-503-5997.

Sound equipment rentals for all occasions, speakers, microphones, mixers and more please call 845263-0460.

WHOLESALE FISH TO THE PUBLIC

SPEAKER RENTAL

Restaurants, Caterers, Schools, Private...By CASE ONLY! FREE Delivery SALMON-TILAPIATUNA, Hashgucha Volove Rav Salmon Fillet $5.95 lb. 347-2755408

SILK SCARVES Exclusively for mother & sisters of the bride. Printed, Couture, Custom casual collection starting at $250. By: Pery Teitelbaum 659-4338

GENUINE MINK FURS Luxurious Vintage Mink Fur Stoles, Capes & Collars, Assorted colors & Styles, For Sale/Rent.

Limited quantities. For Best selection Call now: 845-425-1845

HOSIERY Buy Tights/Socks/Boy Shoes/ Compression Hosiery. Great Prices. Free Delivery. Call Shaindel 845-290-0650

ACCESSORIES WITH FLAIR Hairbands! Babybands! Clips!

Bowties! Headwarmers! Hats! & more. Everything between $3$10. Union/bluefield area. Call or text 8455707615

CANDY WRAPPER Cocobliss the original fine Belgium praline and other fine chocolates. Candy Wrapper(845) 445-8288/(845)362-0283

GIFT WRAPPING Have your gift exquisitely arranged. Candy Wrapper (845)445-8288 Carrying a full line of Favor Boxes, Ribbon, Flowers, and Embellishments.

CHANDO DIFFUSERS Upscale and appreciated gift. 25% off. Candy Wrapper 445-8288

Speakers available for rent for amazing prices. For more info please call (845)578-5657 and leave a message

‘HAIR’ FOR YOU Hair accessories at discounted prices. Haircuts $10 styles $25 wash & sets $25. Gitty Myski 4250346 lv. msg.

SHAKLEE!!

Sick & tired of colds/viruses?

Here's your solution. .the magic Vitalized Immunity helps for all b"h. Special on vita - c. Free delivery call/text 845 213 8016

CELLPHONES FOR ISRAEL Traveling to Israel? We rent cellphones-daily/weekly specials.

Monsey pickup. Please call, leave message if no answer. 845-4459126

HEADS UP Beautiful selection of shawls, gloves, turbans, bandanas, snoods and capes. Now $5.00 off on turbans with sequins. 845-6081547

8:45 - 5:15 PLAYGROUP! Playgroup now accepting new kids. 2 teachers! wholesome lunches! full day curriculum! pop in 2 c 4 yourself! 8453522154

KIDDIE GROUP Small kiddie group forming on Westside Ave. for 2 year olds call R. Halpert 425-3491

BABYSITTER AVAILABLE Experienced and reliable married lady available to watch your child in my home or yours. Yael- 347782-3644.

BABYSITTER Experience babysitter available for overnight and long term. Also dropins, evenings and Sundays.

Located west central adar area.

845-659-4286

MONROE SIMCHA? Leave your precious one in caring babysitters hand. Best area near halls.Late nights and Shabbos our specialty. Reasonable. {845-7832314}

BABYSITTER Experienced, devoted babysitter available to shower your baby with love and care in small group setting. South Rigaud Rd. 356 3665

DEVELOP YOUR TALENT

NEW IN MONSEY FOR AUTISM (AGE 8-18)

Att. Ladies and girls! Hair and shaitel courses @ $30/hr. Call Gitty Myski 425-0346 lv. msg

Experienced, chasiddishe yungerman professionally trained in Son-rise program.

Proven method that helps autistic children connect with the world around them. Great references.

845-352-6454.

Beginner drum lessons for women and girls. My home or yours. Please call: 845 608 9895

LEGAL DAYCARE ACCEPTING REGISTRATION FOR 2016-17 English Speaking. On Brockton Rd. / New Hempstead. Nursery Group (Age 3 - 4) Warm & Caring Staff, Amazing Program.

Breakfast, Lunch, & Snack Provided. Hours: 9:00 - 3:00 (optional 8:30 - 4:30). Only 12 children accepted... Call Morah Aviva Weimer: 845-323-6990 or email: ayweimer@gmail.com

DRUM LESSONS

GUITAR LESSONS Experienced female frum instructor will teach you how to play in ten lessons. Years of enjoyment guaranteed! 347-4555320

MUSIC LESSONS Piano and keyboard lessons beginners to advanced children and adults please call yisroel fishbain at 7187908659 9739283476

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FOR SALE FOR RENT JOBS SERVICES GEMACHIM

THE YOUR HAIR & WIG CARE Haircuts, blows & chasunah styling, wash & sets - quick service. Suzanne area please call 356-1939

HAIR CARE Professional haircuts, wedding styling, and wash & sets by Toby. ​ Francis area.​Great rates call 845.213.0378

CLASSIC CUTS Cuts $10 Styling $15 845.521.9717 Conveniently located on Blauvelt Rd

MISC.

TEETH WHITENING

ARTISTIC MAKEUP It's not just make up. It's an art!

Call Ruchy 845-659-3077

HEALTH AWARENESS

EAR PIERCING Wide selection in the latest styles.

Exp in getting it in that perfect spot. Call 371-2325

Are you suffering with constipation? Stop suffering!

Details Mrs. F. Katz 845-570-3565

THROAT CULTURES

MAKEUP

Call 641-1627 or 845-356-3851

Makeup application and sales please call Rivky Einhorn 917 405 6506

MASSAGE THERAPIST

DEVORA’S HAIR DESIGN Wash n sets, cuts, blows. Hair courses available-learn to style your own/others hair/shaitels!

845 608 9895

WASH 'N SETS

CARELINE For all your makeup and skin care call Y. Margaretten 362-1823.

Free delivery!

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES

LOST & FOUND

Let a relaxing facial from Shuli give you a radiant, clean and soft complexion. We promise you won’t look your age when she’s through.

Pamper Yourself with a Masterworks Facial. Call today for your appointment. 352.8500.

Call until 11 pm.

Get your teeth whitened professionally with lasting results. Male and Female Techs available. Call for specials 845826-4928

BB's Professional Wash N Sets located in Forshay: Wash 'n Sets: $25; Falls: $20; Call or text: (410)960-4427

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FACIALS AT SHULAMIT LEVENTHALL, MASTERWORKS DAY SPA

To join the next class please call 845-426-0931. Tzippy Tauber CD (DONA)Certified Birth Doula

MOTHER HEN METHOD A new approach to childbirth You can have it easily and completely naturally B'ezrasHashem. Call now (845) 587-1649

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Professional female massage therapist available for evening appointments. My home or yours.

Women only. 848-202-4980

REFLEXOLOGY Relaxes, releases stress, improves circulation, helps with pain management. House calls at no extra charge. Tamar Spiro (845) 352-6496

REFLEXOLOGY ‫באנייט אייך פיזיש און גייסטיש דורך א היימישע‬ ‫ גרייט אריבערצוגיין באהאנדלען‬.‫אינגערמאן‬ .‫ גוטע פרייזן‬.‫ישראל אין שווערע מצבים‬-‫חולי‬ 845.521.5378

Misc.

R' MENACHEM MENDEL M'RIMINOV I lit a candle for 40 days for R' Menachem Mendel m'Riminov for a Yeshua and have seen relief.

RABBI EZRIEL TAUBER Free Shalom Bayis shiur L’kavod the Shovavim For Men only. Call for info: 845-422-7956

MAKE A DIFFERENCE Do you believe that you can earn a significant income? Do you believe that the world needs a little more health and wealth in it these days?

Do you want to help make a difference? I believe in inspiring people to do the things that inspire them so together we can create health and wealth in the world. But I can’t do this alone! Are you looking at improving your current financial situation? Do you enjoy helping people? If so, I might want to meet you. You may leave me a message and I will IY”H call you back. Mrs. F. Katz 845-570-3565

TELECONFERENCE Mrs. RIvky Chundnoff, MSPT “ Women’s Health Issues Pertaining To Kedushas HaBayis” Thurs. Jan 7th info: 845-4227956

SHEMIROS HALASHON Text 'follow guardtongue' to 40404 to receive daily shemiros halashon text. SUBSCRIBE TODAY. IT'S QUICK, EASY AND FREE

ATTENTION KALLAHS Group will be forming for Rebitzen Lubin if you are getting married before pesach please call to register 845-422-1059

MRS. MALKA TOUGER Join us for Mrs. Malka Touger's series on kedushas habayis – "Behind Closed Doors" Jan 11th & Jan 12th 8:00 p.m. 917-482-1404

BELZ RESIDENTS Last winter when Rav was here, our black down GAP boys jacket size 8, went missing from YSV..

To return: 352 4015

LOST If you found a Samsung Galaxy s6 phone in brand new condition please call 845-746-8473

FREE GIVEAWAY • Almost new gently used mens bend-up Ferster hat size 54.

Please call 845-425-9210 • Inglesina carriage, like new condition, with accessories.

Bassinet , sitting part, plastic rain cover, & diaper bag. 845425-4257.

• A lot of tapes to give away for free; stories and music.

8453546601 • Bird Cage with bird food.

Please call: 845-608-5776

TeitelCreative.com CliCk itdesign 845.445.9646

OEM and Compatible

We gua ran proDuc tee every t We Se ll.

SaleS of Ink & Toner

Free Same Day Delivery

845.425.0292 1.877.Tone iT up

sales@toneitupinc.com

Hp  BroTHer  Canon  Dell  SamSung  panaSoniC  anD more.

‫זייערע צילן‪ ,‬זענען זיי אנגענומען‬ ‫יונגעלייט אן שטילערהייט‪ ,‬איינע‬ ‫געווארן אין כולל‪.‬‬ ‫נאך די אנדערע‪ ,‬מיט אן ערנסטקייט‬ ‫כולל‪ :‬חצות‬ ‫אין פאקט זענען פאראן אן ערך‬ ‫אויסגעגאסן אויף זייער געזוכט‪ .‬זיי‬ ‫אדרעס‪2 Howard Drive :‬‬ ‫פון פינף‪-‬און‪-‬זעכציג אפלעקאציעס‬ ‫זענען אצינד אויפגעשטאנען פון‬ ‫וואס ווארטן אנצוגענומען ווערן אין‬ ‫שלאף און גרייטן זיך צו לערנען‬ ‫ראש‪-‬הכולל‪ :‬הרה"ג זלמן לייב פרידמאן שליט"א‬ ‫כולל‪ ,‬אבער אין כולל גופא זענען‬ ‫דורך די נאכט‪.‬‬ ‫בני הכולל‪16 :‬‬ ‫פאראן בלויז זעכצן איינגעשריבענע‬ ‫אין בית‪-‬המדרש גופא קען‬ ‫אפלעקאציעס וואס ווארטן צו ווערן אנגענומען‪ 65 :‬בערך‬ ‫יונגעלייט‪ ,‬וואס זענען אויסגעקליבן‬ ‫מען זען יונגעלייט ארויפקומען‬ ‫געווארן צו ווערן אנגענומען אין‬ ‫מיט נאסע פיאות פון די מקוה‪,‬‬ ‫כולל‪.‬‬ ‫שטיל שווייגנד און מיט ערנסטע‬ ‫עס איז וויכטיג צו באמערקן‪,‬‬ ‫געזיכטער – א שטייגער מען האלט‬ ‫אצינד פאר זכור‪-‬ברית‪ ,‬עטליכע נעמען א קאווע‪ ,‬און לערנען עטליכע שעה רצופות פארן דאווענען‪ ,‬אז אין כולל נעמט מען נישט אריין אזעלכע‬ ‫מען גייט אריין אין היכל הכולל און מען הויבט אן אן ווערן איבערגעהאקט‪ ,‬דאס איז עפעס‪ ...‬דאס יונגעלייט וואס זענען משנה עתים ומחליף את‬ ‫הזמנים‪ .‬די יונגעלייט מוזן האבן א געהעריגע‬ ‫קען מען נישט אוועקמאכן במחי יד‪.‬‬ ‫דער נאכט‪.‬‬ ‫און מיינט נישט אז מען רעדט אצינד פון מסגרת במשך די שעות פון טאג‪ ,‬זיך געפינען אין‬ ‫עס קוקט אויס ווי ימים נוראים צייט‪ ,‬האבן מיר‬ ‫געשריבן? – עס איז במציאות טאקע אזא בחינה‪ ,‬אזעלכע יונגעלייט וואס‪ ...‬שוין‪ ,‬מיר וועלן נישט נארמאלע כוללים און מסגרת פון מוסדות‪ .‬אין‬ ‫עס איז נישט בלויז א דמיון‪ .‬קודם‪-‬כל פארמאגן אויספירן‪ ...‬עס איז די רעדע פון די גרעסטע אנדערע ווערטער – מען מוז זיין א נארמאלער‬ ‫די דאזיגע שעות א געוואלדיגע קדושה‪ ,‬אזוי ווי תלמידי‪-‬חכמים וואס אונזער שטאט מאנסי מענטש‪ ,‬נאר אוועקרייסן די נאכט שעות לצורך‬ ‫עס ווערט געברענגט אין די ספרים‪ ,‬און אז מען פארמאגט‪ ,‬מען רעדט אצינד פון אזעלכע אידן‪ ,‬לימוד התורה‪.‬‬ ‫א יונגערמאן וואס וויל אנגענומען ווערן אין‬ ‫נוצט אויס די דאזיגע שעות בקדושה‪ ,‬קען מען פוסקי הלכה ומרביצי תורה מפורסמים‪ ,‬וואס‬ ‫דורכדעם נתעלה ווערן במעלות רמות עד אין שאקלען א וועלט ביי אונז אין שטאט‪ ,‬מיט זייער כולל‪-‬חצות‪ ,‬מוז ברענגען אן אונטערשריפט פון‬ ‫שיעור‪ .‬אבער עס איז נישט נאר רוחניות'דיג‪ ,‬עס כח התורה‪ .‬מען רעדט פון אויסגעקליבענע זיין בני‪-‬בית‪ ,‬אז זי איז מסכים אז איר מאן זאל‬ ‫איז פאקטיש אן ערנסטער מצב ומעמד וואס יונגעלייט‪ ,‬וואס זענען אנגענומען געווארן אין לערנען אין כולל חצות‪ .‬דאס איז בנוסף צו דעם‬ ‫קען מרגש זיין דער מענטש ביז טרערן‪ .‬ווען מען כולל נאר א דאנק זייער התמדת התורה וחשקת וואס דער יונגערמאן טאר נישט מאכן זיין עיקר‬ ‫זעט ווי אזוי ערנסטע יונגעלייט‪ ,‬תלמידי חכמים התורה‪ ,‬וואס וויסנדיג אז זייער שאיפות זענען לעבן ביינאכט‪ ,‬אויף צו שלאפן בייטאג‪ ,‬נאר ער‬ ‫מפורסמים‪ ,‬רייסן אוועק דעם שלאף פון זייערע צו שטייגן‪ ,‬און אז זיי האבן איינגעזען אז דורך די דארף זיך געפינען אין א געהעריגער מסגרת במשך‬ ‫אויגן‪ ,‬קומען צו גיין פארטאגס אין בית‪-‬המדרש ביינאכט שעות וועלן זיי קענען נענטער דערגרייכן די טאג שעות‪.‬‬

‫אויב איר וועט שטיין נעבן דעם טאשנאדער בית‪-‬המדרש ארום‬ ‫איינס‪-‬אזייגער ביינאכט‪ ,‬וועט זיך עס אייך דוכטן אז עס איז‬ ‫אצינד סליחות נאכט אדער ערב ראש‪-‬השנה פארטאגס‪.‬‬

‫בני עליה עולים‬ ‫ווי אזוי באווייזט מען דאס‬ ‫טאקע? – וואס איז דער סדר‪-‬‬ ‫היום פון א חצות יונגערמאן?‬ ‫א געווענליכער יונגערמאן‬ ‫פון כולל חצות‪ ,‬לייגט זיך שלאפן‬ ‫בערך אכט‪-‬אזייגער‪ ,‬ער שלאפט‬ ‫אן ערך פון דריי – פיר שעה און‬ ‫קומט אן אין כולל צו חצות‪ .‬ער‬ ‫לערנט דורך דעם גאנצן נאכט‪,‬‬ ‫דאוונט פארטאגס ביי וותיקין‪,‬‬ ‫קומט אן אהיים‪ ,‬עסט פרישטאג‬ ‫און לייגט זיך אראפ שלאפן ביז‬ ‫צענע צייט‪ .‬דאן גייט ער אין כולל‪,‬‬ ‫אדער אין אנדערע מסגרת'ן וואו‬ ‫ער דארף זיך געפינען‪ ,‬און פירט א‬ ‫געהעריגער סדר‪-‬היום‪.‬‬ ‫אין אנדערע ווערטער מיינט‬ ‫דאס‪ ,‬אז דער יונגערמאן שלאפט‬ ‫זעקס – זיבן שעה א נאכט‪.‬‬ ‫נו‪ ,‬אויב אזוי שטעלט זיך די‬ ‫פראגע‪ :‬אז דער חצות יונגערמאן‬ ‫שלאפט פונקט אזויפיל שעות‬ ‫ווי א געהעריגער יונגערמאן‪ ,‬ווי‬ ‫אזוי שטימט דאס אז דער חצות‬ ‫יונגערמאן קען לערנען מער‬ ‫שעות – אריינכאפנדיג אויך די‬ ‫נאכט שעות – מער פון דעם‬ ‫געהעריגן יונגערמאן?‬ ‫דער ענטפער דערויף איז –‬ ‫‪/ THE MONS E Y V IE W‬‬

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‫קומי רוני בלילות‬ ‫איך קען נישט צו זיך קומען – איך קען דאס‬ ‫נאכנישט פארדייען!‬ ‫וואס איך האב געזען מיט מיינע אייגענע אויגן‬ ‫איז א פאקט‪ ,‬וואס אויב וואלט איך דאס נישט‬ ‫געזען‪ ,‬דאן וואלט איך דאס נישט געגלויבט‪.‬‬ ‫עס איז אין די שפעטע‪ ,‬פינסטערע‪ ,‬קליינע‬ ‫נאכט שעה'ן‪ ,‬דער שוין אזוי אויך רואיגער שטאט‬ ‫מאנסי איז איינגעהילט אין‬ ‫א טיפן שלאף‪ ,‬א שטאק‪-‬‬ ‫באהערשט‬ ‫טינקלקייט‬ ‫דעם שטאט‪ .‬אלעס איז ווי‬ ‫איינגעשלאפן‪ .‬אויף דער גאס‬ ‫זעהט מען נישט קיין נברא‪.‬‬ ‫סיידן‪ ,‬אמאל א פארלוירענער‬ ‫בעל חי וואס לויפט דורך אויף‬ ‫די טונקעלע גאסן‪ .‬דען וואס‬ ‫האט מען צו זוכן אויף די גאס‬ ‫אין אזא שפעטע נאכט שעה?‬ ‫– שלאפט אצינד דער גאנצער‬ ‫בריאה‪ ,‬אלע גאסן זענען‬ ‫איינגעהילט אין א טיפן שלאף‪,‬‬ ‫און די מענטשן וואס געפינען‬ ‫זיך אין די הייזער ליגן אין די‬ ‫בעטן איינגעהילט אין זייער‬

‫כולל חצות‬ ‫נאכט שלאף‪.‬‬ ‫אבער פון איין וואונקל אין מאנסי הערט זיך‬ ‫ארויס א קול‪ .‬טאקע פון די שטילע האווערד גאס‪,‬‬ ‫ביים טאשנאדער בית‪-‬המדרש‪ ,‬דארט הערט‬ ‫זיך דעם קול התורה פון די חצות יונגעלייט וואס‬ ‫הארעווען דורך די נאכט בתורת קל חי‪ ,‬זיך נישט‬ ‫קומערנדיג מיט די שפעטע נאכט שעה‪.‬‬ ‫און די דאזיגע יוגעלייט לערנען‪ ,‬אבער לערנען‬

‫– מען רעדט נישט דא פון יוצא זיין אבי געזונט‪.‬‬ ‫די דאזיגע יונגעלייט לעבן אצינד אין אן אנדערע‬ ‫וועלט‪ ,‬טאקע יעצט ווען די גאנצע וועלט שלאפט‪,‬‬ ‫איז דאס די פאסיגסטע צייט פון שטייגן העכער‬ ‫און העכער במעלות התורה‪ .‬אצינד איז נישטא‬ ‫קיין סעלפאנען‪ ,‬נישטא קיין חברים מיט וועמען‬ ‫מען באגעגנט זיך‪ ,‬נישט די בני‪-‬בית זוכט אצינד‪,‬‬ ‫נישט קיין געשעפטן‪ ,‬די וועלט איז טויט‪ .‬יעצט‬ ‫קען מען זיך טאקע אריינלייגן‬ ‫אין לערנען ראשו ורובו‪.‬‬ ‫דאס איז די פשט אין גמרא‬ ‫"אלא במי שממית עצמו עליה"‬ ‫– בשעת די וועלט איז טויט‪,‬‬ ‫דעמאלס איז די פאסיגסטע‬ ‫צייט צו לערנען‪.‬‬

‫א סליחות נאכט‬ ‫אויב עס וועט אייך אמאל‬ ‫אויסקומען‪ ,‬און איר וועט‬ ‫שטיין נעבן דעם טאשנאדער‬ ‫בית‪-‬המדרש ארום איינס‪-‬‬ ‫אזייגער ביינאכט‪ ,‬וועט זיך עס‬ ‫אייך דוכטן אז עס איז אצינד‬ ‫סליחות נאכט אדער ערב‬ ‫ראש‪-‬השנה פארטאגס‪ .‬קומען‬

‫פון איין וואונקל אין מאנסי הערט זיך ארויס א קול‪ .‬טאקע פון די שטילע האווערד‬ ‫גאס‪ ,‬ביים טאשנאדער בית‪-‬המדרש‪ ,‬דארט הערט זיך דעם קול התורה פון די חצות‬ ‫יונגעלייט וואס הארעווען דורך די נאכט בתורת קל חי‪ ,‬זיך נישט קומערנדיג מיט די‬ ‫שפעטע נאכט שעה‪.‬‬ ‫‪123‬‬

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‫אז עס איז פאראן אלעס וואס מען דארף האבן און‬ ‫אז אלעס זאל קלאפן הונדערט פראצענט‪ .‬אז עס‬ ‫קומט פסח צייט און מען דארף אויסרוימען דעם‬ ‫בית‪-‬המדרש פון חמץ‪ ,‬רעכנט ער אויס אז עס‬ ‫זאל נישט שטערן דעם חצות כולל‪ .‬זיין הארץ און‬ ‫איבערגעגעבנקייט איז א מוסטער וואס איז ווערד‬ ‫צו באוואונדערן‪.‬‬

‫צום באנוץ פון דעם ציבור‬ ‫כולל חצות איז נישט בלויז א מקום פון וואס‬ ‫די בני‪-‬הכולל בענעפיטירן דערפון‪ .‬אין פאקט איז‬ ‫דאס א מקום וואס דינט פאר די גאנצע שטאט‪,‬‬ ‫באשר הוא שם‪ ,‬צוליב עטליכע סיבות‪:‬‬ ‫קודם כל‪ ,‬דארף מען נעמען אין באטראכט‬ ‫דאס וואס שטייט אין ספרי קדמונים‪ ,‬אז די אידן‬

‫וואס לערנען תורה בחצות‪,‬‬ ‫זענען דערמיט מגין אויף‬ ‫די גאנצע שטאט‪ .‬די נאכט‬ ‫שעות זענען אזעלכע‬ ‫שעות וואס דארפן א‬ ‫שמירה יתירה‪ ,‬הן בגשמיות‬ ‫והן ברוחניות וד"ל‪ .‬דאס‬ ‫איז א זמן וואס ווערט‬ ‫געברענגט אין ספרי קבלה‪,‬‬ ‫אז דאס זענען די שעות‬ ‫פון די מזיקים ומרעין‬ ‫בישין‪ ,‬און די דאזיגע שעות‬ ‫דארפן א באזונדערע‬ ‫שמירה עליונה‪ .‬אין די‬ ‫ספרים ווערט געברענגט‪,‬‬ ‫אז די דאזיגע אידן וואס‬ ‫זענען אויף ביינאכט און‬ ‫זענען עוסק בלימוד‬ ‫התורה‪ ,‬באשיצן זיי‬ ‫דערמיט די שטאט פון‬ ‫אלע פרעניות און זענען‬ ‫מגין אויף די שטאט‪ .‬דאס‬ ‫זענען די 'נטורי קרתא' – די‬ ‫באשיצער פון די שטאט‪.‬‬ ‫אויסער דעם דינט‬ ‫דער כולל‪-‬חצות פאר‬ ‫אלע תושבי מאנסי אויפן‬ ‫פראקטישן זין פון ווארט‪.‬‬ ‫אויב געפינט זיך א איד‬ ‫אין א מצב‪ ,‬ער וויל מאיזה‬ ‫סיבה זיין אויף און עוסק‬ ‫זיין א נאכט אין תורה‪ ,‬סיי‬ ‫צוליב א קבלה וואס ער האט זיך מקבל געווען‪,‬‬ ‫אדער אמאל סתם‪-‬אזוי ווייל ער האט נישט‬ ‫געקענט איינשלאפן און וויל אצינד לערנען‪ ,‬איז‬ ‫פאראן א מקום תורה‪ ,‬מיט א תורה'דיגע סביבה‪,‬‬ ‫וואו ער קען אצינד אהינגיין און לערנען‪.‬‬ ‫די שרייבער פון די שורות האט געפינען אין‬ ‫כולל‪-‬חצות‪ ,‬א איד וואס איז נישט אפעציעל‬ ‫איינגעשריבן אין כולל‪ ,‬אבער עס האט זיך אים‬ ‫גלאט אזוי פארגליסט דורכצולערנען א נאכט‪.‬‬ ‫לערנען אליין אינדערהיים‪ ,‬האט ער געוויסט אז‬ ‫עס וועט נישט ארבעטן‪ ,‬ווידער גיין צו א בית‪-‬‬ ‫המדרש וואס איז ליידיג פון מענטשן‪ ,‬איז אויך‬ ‫נישט אזוי געשמאק און באקוועם‪ .‬די בעסטע‬ ‫אויסוואל איז געווען‪ ,‬אריינצוגיין אין טאשנאדער‬ ‫בית‪-‬המדרש‪ ,‬דארט געפינט זיך א כולל אויפן‬

‫ארט‪ ,‬און דער פלאץ לעבט אין תורה‪ ,‬קען מען זיך‬ ‫דארט אוועקזעצן לערנען‪.‬‬ ‫ווען עס קומט שובבי"ם‪ ,‬בפרט ליל‪-‬שישי פון‬ ‫שובבי"ם‪ ,‬דערקענט זיך עס צווישן די ווענט פון‬ ‫כולל‪ .‬דעמאלס ווערט דער היכל התורה פילער‪,‬‬ ‫מער אידן קומען זיך משתתף זיין און מיטהאלטן‬ ‫א נאכט אין כולל‪.‬‬ ‫צומאל מאכט זיך סתם אזוי‪ ,‬אז יונגעלייט‬ ‫וואס רישן זיך אהיימצוגיין נאך א שמחה אין דעם‬ ‫טאשנאדער זאל‪ ,‬ווילן נישט מוותר זיין אויף דער‬ ‫געלעגנהייט‪ ,‬זיי קומען ארויף אין כולל‪ ,‬זעצן זיך‬ ‫אוועק אויף עטליכע מינוט‪ ,‬לערנען א משנה‬ ‫אדער צוויי‪ ,‬בלויז צוליב די זכיה פון מיטהאלטן‬ ‫אויף עטליכע מינוט מיט דעם כולל‪ .‬צומאל‬ ‫שלעפט מען מיט די קינדער‪ ,‬פשוט זיי צו ווייזן‬ ‫וואס דאס איז כולל‪-‬חצות‪ ,‬און וואס דאס איז אידן‬ ‫וואס הארעווען אין תורה דורך די נאכט שעות‪.‬‬ ‫מאכט זיך אמאל א איד‪ ,‬וואס איז געקומען‬ ‫צו א שמחה אין טאשנאדער זאל‪ ,‬און ער האט‬ ‫באמערקט א קאר פון פיר יונגעלייט‪ ,‬וואס‬ ‫קומען ארויס מיט אן ערנסטקייט‪ ,‬זיך גרייטנדיג‬ ‫צו גיין לערנען‪ .‬דער איד איז אויסגעגאנגען פאר‬ ‫התפעלות‪ ,‬אויף אזוי ווייט אז ער האט געגעבן פאר‬ ‫יעדן יונגערמאן א פופציגער‪ ,‬לחיזוק התורה‪.‬‬

‫יותר ממה שכתבתי‬ ‫איך וועל צוענדיגן מיטן מאמר וואס דער‬ ‫כהן‪-‬גדול פלעגט זאגן בזמן שבית‪-‬המקדש היה‬ ‫קיים‪ ,‬נאך די קריאה פון הקהל‪ :‬הרבה יותר ממה‬ ‫שכתבתי כתוב כאן – דער פאפיר איז פשוט נישט‬ ‫גענוג גרויס אראפצושרייבן אלעס‪ ,‬מען קען נישט‬ ‫אלעס שרייבן און עס לאזט זיך נישט אלעס‬ ‫שרייבן‪ .‬מיר וועלן זיך דעריבער באגיניגן און מוזן‬ ‫ענדיגן דא‪.‬‬ ‫נאר איין זאך וואס איז יא וויכטיג‬ ‫ארויסצוברענגען ביים ענדע‪ :‬דער דאזיגער‬ ‫כולל איז א שמירה אויף די גאנצע שטאט‪ .‬אלס‬ ‫מאנסיער איינוואוינער מוזן מיר מעריך זיין און‬ ‫מחשיב זיין דאס וואס מיר פארמאגן און וויסן‬ ‫וואספארא טייערע דיאמאנט עס איז פאראן אין‬ ‫אונזער שטאט‪.‬‬ ‫און נאך עפעס‪ ,‬איידער איך פארגעס; אין‬ ‫די נאכט שעות‪ ,‬איז דער דאזיגער כולל דער‬ ‫איינציגסטער מוסד וואס עקזיסטירט ביי אונז אין‬ ‫מאנסי – זי פארמאגט דעריבער זכות קדימה אין‬ ‫די נאכט שעות‪.‬‬

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‫די נעכט!‬ ‫א חצות יונגערמאן‬ ‫פארברענגט נישט אויף‬ ‫קיין וואכנאכטס‪ ,‬ער מוז‬ ‫זיך געזעגענען פון די טיי‪-‬‬ ‫אווענטס מיט די געשמאקע‬ ‫קוגל אויפן ארט‪ ,‬אויף קיין‬ ‫חתונות קען ער נישט לויפן‪,‬‬ ‫סיידן עס איז באמת וויכטיג‪.‬‬ ‫און אפילו אינדערהיים – יא‪,‬‬ ‫אינדערהיים פארברענגט ער‬ ‫אויך נישט איבעריגע צייט מער וויפיל ער מוז‪ .‬ער‬ ‫לייגט זיך פרי און ער שטייט אויף צו חצות‪.‬‬ ‫דאס איז דער חילוק צווישן א חצות יונגערמאן‬ ‫און א געהעריגער יונגערמאן‪ .‬דער חצות‬ ‫יונגערמאן האט נישט קיין צייט צו פעניען‪ ,‬ער‬ ‫מוז אויסנוצן יעדן שעה אין טאג‪ .‬פון איין זייט‬ ‫ווייסט ער אז ער מוז זיך צושטעלן מיט געהעריגע‬ ‫שעות במשך דעם טאג – אנדערש ווערט ער נישט‬ ‫אנגענומען אין כולל‪ .‬ווידער ביינאכט דארף ער‬ ‫אויך לערנען פלייסיג אין כולל‪ ,‬אויב וויל ער נישט‬ ‫ווערן ארויסגעווארפן פון דארט‪.‬‬ ‫דאס איז דער סוד‪ ,‬ווי אזוי א חצות יונגערמאן‬ ‫קען שטייגן‪.‬‬ ‫און מען שטייגט!‬

‫כולל‪-‬חצות‪ ,‬האט ר' נחמיה‬ ‫באשלאסן צו עפענען א‬ ‫באזונדערע כולל אין מאנסי‪,‬‬ ‫פאר די מאנסיער חצות‬ ‫יונגעלייט‪ .‬מיט די חיזוק ועידוד‬ ‫פון די רבני עירנו‪ ,‬האט זיך דער‬ ‫כולל געעפנט אין שפיץ פון‬ ‫דעם ראש‪-‬הכולל‪ ,‬הרה"ג ר'‬ ‫זלמן לייב פרידמאן שליט"א‪,‬‬ ‫וועלכער איז עומד במשמרת‬ ‫הקודש בלילות‪ ,‬דינענדיג אלס‬ ‫ראש‪-‬הכולל חצות‪.‬‬ ‫ברם זכור אותו לטוב‪ ,‬דער בעל‪-‬אכסניא של‬ ‫תורה‪ ,‬הרה"ג גאב"ד טאשנאד שליט"א‪ ,‬וואס האט‬ ‫געעפנט די טויערן פון זיין בית‪-‬המדרש‪ ,‬פאר דער‬ ‫דאזיגער כולל‪ .‬דער רב שטייט שטענדיג צו הילף‬ ‫און בכל עת מצוא‪ ,‬ווען עס פעלט זיך אויס‪ ,‬העלפט‬ ‫דער רב ארויס מיט וואס מען דארף נאר‪.‬‬ ‫ווען די עסקני הכולל האבן געזוכט א מקום‬ ‫פאר דער כולל‪ ,‬איז מען אריין צום רב שליט"א‪,‬‬ ‫אים פרעגנדיג רשות צו נוצן זיין בית‪-‬המדרש פאר‬ ‫דעם צוועק‪ .‬דער ענטפער פון דער רב שליט"א‬ ‫איז געווען ווי פאלגענד‪" :‬מען רעדט פון תורה? –‬ ‫קודם זאג איך "יא"‪ ,‬שפעטער וועל איך הערן פון‬ ‫וואס עס רעדט זיך‪"...‬‬ ‫האט דער בית‪-‬המדרש טאקע זוכה געווען צו‬ ‫דינען אלס אכסניא של תורה פארן כולל חצות‪,‬‬ ‫זכות לימוד התורה של חצות תלוי על ידם‪.‬‬ ‫אין דעם געלעגנהייט מוז אויך דערמאנט ווערן‬ ‫לטובה‪ ,‬דער שמש פון טאשנאדער בית‪-‬המדרש‪,‬‬ ‫מו"ה ר' אהרן הערשקאוויטש הי"ו‪ ,‬וואס זארגט‬ ‫שטענדיג פאר די כולל יונגעלייט‪ ,‬ער מאכט זיכער‬

‫א חצות יונגערמאן פארברענגט נישט אויף‬ ‫קיין וואכנאכטס‪ ,‬ער מוז זיך געזעגענען פון די‬ ‫טיי‪-‬אווענטס מיט די געשמאקע קוגל אויפן‬ ‫ארט‪ ,‬אויף קיין חתונות קען ער נישט לויפן‪...‬‬

‫סדר הלילה‬ ‫די זייטיגע אפעקט וואס כולל חצות טראגט‬ ‫מיט זיך – אדער איז דאס אפשר גאר א מעלה –‬ ‫אז דאס איז ווייט פון אויג‪ ,‬מענטשן ווייסן נישט‬ ‫וואס קומט דארט באמת פארן‪ ,‬דען אין דער צייט‬ ‫שלאפט דער עולם און האלט דאס נישט מיט‪ ,‬מיט‬ ‫די אייגענע אויגן‪.‬‬ ‫אבער די שרייבער פון די‬ ‫שורות האט דאס יא געזען‪,‬‬ ‫און ארויסגעקומען פון דארט‬ ‫מלא התפעלות‪.‬‬ ‫דער סדר הכולל הויבט‬ ‫זיך אן מיט מעריב‪ ,‬אום‬ ‫‪ .12:45‬דאן זעצט מען זיך‬ ‫אוועק לערנען‪ ,‬יעדער‬ ‫איינער מיט זיין חברותא‪.‬‬ ‫דער קול התורה קלינגט אפ‬ ‫אין היכל התורה‪ ,‬אזוי לערנט‬ ‫מען בהתמדה‪ ,‬עד שאמרו‬ ‫רבותינו‪ ,‬הגיע זמן קריאת‪-‬‬ ‫שמע של שחרית‪ .‬עס איז‬ ‫אויך געווען א תקופה‪ ,‬וואס‬ ‫מען פלעגט פארלערנען א‬ ‫שיעור א שעה פארן נץ‪ ,‬ביזן‬ ‫דאווענען‪.‬‬ ‫אז עס קומט פארטאגס‪,‬‬ ‫שטעלט מען זיך דאווענען‬ ‫שחרית כוותיקין‪ .‬אבער‬ ‫עס איז אן אנדערער סארט‬ ‫שחרית ווי די געווענליכע‬ ‫וותיקין מנינים‪ .‬מען רעדט‬

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‫אצינד פון א שחרית וואס קומט נאך א פיר‪-‬פינף‬ ‫שעה לערנען‪ ,‬א שחרית פון בני‪-‬תורה‪ ,‬נישט קיין‬ ‫געיאגטע שחריתים‪ ,‬א שטייגער מען זאל זיך‬ ‫יאגן צו די ארבעט‪ .‬נאכמער‪ ,‬מזמן לזמן קומען‬ ‫פאר דרשות נאך שחרית‪ ,‬מחזק צו זיין די לומדי‬ ‫חצות‪ ,‬אמאל מאכט איינער א סיום‪-‬מסכת אדער‬ ‫א לחיים נאך שחרית‪.‬‬

‫אכסניא של תורה‬ ‫כולל חצות האט זיך אנגעהויבן מיט קנאפע‬ ‫דריי יאר צוריק‪ ,‬אום חמשה‪-‬עשר‪-‬בשבט פון יאר‬ ‫תשע"ג לפ"ק‪ .‬דער כולל איז צום ערשט געגרינדעט‬ ‫געווארן אין מאנרא‪ ,‬נאכדעם וואס העסקן הנמרץ‬ ‫מו"ה ר' נחמיה האפמאן הי"ו – אליין א חצות איד‬ ‫– האט געעפנט א מסגרת פון חצות אין מאנרא‪,‬‬ ‫וועלנדיג אויפשטיין און לערנען בחבריא קדישא‪.‬‬ ‫עס האבן זיך דאן אנגעשלאסן עטליכע יונגעלייט‬ ‫פון מאנסי‪ ,‬וואס האבן געוואלט לערנען אין כולל‪-‬‬ ‫חצות‪ ,‬און זענען דעריבער ארויסגעקומען קיין‬ ‫מאנרא יעדע נאכט לערנען אין דעם כולל‪.‬‬ ‫זעענדיג די תשוקה פון תושבי מאנסי צו א‬

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‫קופת עזרה‬ ‫ארויסצוהעלפן‬ ‫עניי עירנו‬ ‫בהצנע לכת‬

‫תמיכה‬ ‫חודשית‬

‫אה!‬ ‫די קופת עזרה‬ ‫טשעק איז שוין‬ ‫אנגעקומען‬

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‫קופת עזרה‬ ‫שיקט ארויס‬ ‫חודש'ליכע‬ ‫טשעקס פאר‬ ‫איבער‬

‫מאמי האט מיר‬ ‫געזאגט אז מען וועט‬ ‫מיר קויפן נייע שיך!‬

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‫איך גיי שוין מיט‬ ‫צוריסענע שיך אזוי‬ ‫לאנג‪.‬‬

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‫פאר בלויז ‪ $1‬א טאג‬ ‫•‬

‫ו‬

‫א‬

‫א‬

‫י יג‬ ‫ע נע‬

‫אטריום פלאזא‬

‫שכנים‪ ,‬גוטע פריינט‪,‬‬

‫אלמ‬

‫מי‬

‫ו נז‬

‫אין די הייליגע ארבעט פון קופת עזרה‬

‫ער‬

‫ם•‬

‫קענט איר זיין א שותף‬

‫כ"ג שבט‬

‫ג‘ משפטים‬

‫ית‬

‫נות‬

‫א ון‬

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‫חיימ'ל הייבט‬ ‫אן דערציילן‪...‬‬ ‫"דער מצב ביי אונז אין שטוב איז אלץ געווען‬ ‫גאר שווער‪ ",‬הייבט חיימ'ל אן צו דערציילן‪.‬‬

‫"מיין מאמע איז נעבעך גייסטיש נישט געזונט‪ .‬ווי פארשטענדליך‪,‬‬ ‫איז צוליב דעם די שטוב געווען שטארק צעפארן‪.‬‬ ‫"מיין טאטע האט מער נישט געקענט פארנעמען דעם שרעקליכן‬ ‫מצב אין שטוב‪ .‬בערך פיר חדשים צוריק‪ ,‬האט ער זיך פשוט‬ ‫אויפגעהויבן און אוועקגעגאנגען פון שטוב‪ ,‬איבערלאזנדיג אלע‬ ‫קינדער אליין מיט די נישט‪-‬געזונטע מאמע‪ .‬מיר טרעפן‬ ‫זיך מיט אים בלויז איין מאל א וואך‪".‬‬ ‫חיימ'ל דערציילט ווייטער‪" :‬זינט מיין טאטע איז‬ ‫נישט אין שטוב‪ ,‬גיט זיך מיין זעכצן‪-‬יעריגע‬ ‫שוועסטער אפ מיט די קינדער‪ ,‬וויבאלד מיין‬ ‫מאמע האט נישט די גייסטישע כוחות‬ ‫דערצו‪".‬‬

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‫ווי אזוי האט די שטוב‬ ‫אויסגעקוקט אן דעם טאטן?‬ ‫איז געווען דארט צו עסן?‬ ‫ווער איז געפארן קיין ארץ ישראל?‬

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‫א‬

‫ע נע‬ ‫שכנים‪ ,‬גוטע פריינט‪,‬‬

‫ית‬

‫ו‬

‫ער‬

‫א‬

‫י יג‬

‫אטריום פלאזא‬

‫אלמ‬

‫מי‬

‫ו נז‬

‫קומענדיגע וואך!‬

‫כ"ג שבט‬

‫ג‘ משפטים‬

‫ם•‬

‫ליינט מיט שפאנונג‬

‫דינער‬

‫נ ות‬

‫א ון‬

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‫ע קלאס‬ ‫ניי ם זונטאג‬ ‫דערשת בא‬ ‫פ‬

‫וויאזוי? נעמט מען א קינד‪ ,‬וואס‬ ‫שפילט זיך‪ ,‬און מען מאכט אים פאר‬ ‫א אחריות'דיגע‪ ,‬ערנסטע בחור‪ ,‬בן‬ ‫תורה מחוייב במצוות?‬ ‫וויאזוי? קען א טאטע זאגן רוהיג‬ ‫"ברוך שפטרני" וויסנדיג אז דאס‬ ‫קינד וועט בע"ה באקומען די כלים‬ ‫צו קענען אליין שטייגן בתורה‬ ‫ומצוות?‬ ‫וויאזוי? קען א קינד אנהייבן וויסן‬ ‫וויאזוי צו אויפפירן זיך מיט אזויפיל‬ ‫וויכטיגע הלכות‪ ,‬ווי הלכות תפילין‪,‬‬ ‫קריאת שמע בזמנה‪ ,‬הלכות זימון‪,‬‬ ‫הלכות תפלה‪ ,‬תפלה בציבור‪ ,‬קריאת‬ ‫התורה ומפטיר‪ ,‬און נאך אסאך‬ ‫הלכות וואס ער לערנט נישט‬ ‫געהעריג אין חדר?‬ ‫וויאזוי? קענען עלטערן וויסן אז זיי‬ ‫ספענדן נישט די אלע געלט וואס‬ ‫עס קאסט א בר מצוה‪ ,‬בלויז פאר חיי‬ ‫שעה‪ ,‬נאר זיי שענקען פאר זייער זון‬ ‫א הכנה לבר מצוה פאר זיין נשמה‪,‬‬ ‫פאר זיין חיי נצח?‬ ‫וויאזוי? קענען עלטערן שיקן א‬ ‫קינד צו לערנען‪ ,‬וויסנדיג אז מען‬ ‫וועט אים נישט דארפן מוטשען און‬ ‫שטופן‪ ,‬נאר ער וועט בשמחה רבה‬ ‫גיין לערנען‪ ,‬ווייל די לערנען איז זיס‬ ‫און געשמאק‪.‬‬

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