Re: test
- From: "cindys" <cstein1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 18 Oct 2007 12:17:03 +0000 (UTC)
It came out very well, but next time, you should call your subject something
other than "test." Calling your post "test" suggests that you are merely
trying to ensure that your computer is working properly, and most people
will skip the post. (I nearly did, but for some reason, I decided to open it
and was pleasantly surprised.)
Best regards,
----Cindy S.
<moshes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:2007Oct18.144918@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
In article <2007Oct18.144351@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>, moshes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
* Recently, I was in a Jewish bookstore to buy gifts. A book called
Courage caught my eye, and on paging through, it looked inspiring. I
decided to include it in the gift package. Being a frugal shopper, what
happened next was uncharacteristic for me. I spontaneously decided to buy
a second copy, with the words "just in case" sounding in my mind - and
with no specific person or occasion in mind.
From there I drove to the post office as planned, and I joined the very
long line, somewhat annoyed that I would have to waste time waiting.
After a moment, I looked around behind me, and saw a young man I know
somewhat. (His father, for whom I pray regularly, has been very ill for
the past few years. I met the son when he came every morning to my house
when I sat shiva for my late mom A"H, even though he did not know me at
that time.)
I gave up my spot on line and went over to him, very aware of the gravity
of his dad's situation. It is so hard to know what to say under such
circumstances, but I feel to ignore the person would be worse. Somehow
Hashem (G-d) helped me find words that helped his face relax, and
encouraged him to talk to me about things on his heart and mind. By now I
was grateful for the long line that made this possible!
As he got to the end of a thought, I suddenly thought of the book I had
just purchased, and that it would be perfect for him! He took it eagerly
and thanked me so much. I was struck yet again by the way Hashem puts
things in our path. We just have to NOTICE!!
At this point I would like to express Hakarat Hatov (gratitude) to two of
my many "teachers." To a friend who is battling a life threatening
illness. She says "The Jewish way is all about being mindful". And to a
late aunt who was not "observant," but whom I consider very "religious."
She always said "If it is in your way, it is part of your way". And that
way is derech Hashem! (the way of G-d)
How did this come out?
Moshe Schorr
It is a tremendous Mitzvah to always be happy! - Reb Nachman of Breslov
The home and family are the center of Judaism, *not* the synagogue.
Disclaimer: Nothing here necessarily reflects the opinion of Hebrew
University
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