Showing posts with label Humor. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Humor. Show all posts
September 9, 2026
May 17, 2026
Why I Came Back to Shul
After drifting away from synagogue due to youthful disillusionment with the social hypocrisies and flaws of its members, I was drawn back by a series of persistent spiritual nudges, including the recurring appearance of the number 613. Returning to communal worship brought a shift in perspective, realizing that faith is about personal responsibility rather than the perfection of others. Through shared humor, imperfect traditions, and rallying together during a local family's medical crisis, I rediscovered the profound strength of a real, human community. Ultimately, the synagogue is not a showcase for saints but a vital sanctuary where fragile generations gather to look past their egos and connect with G-d.
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April 29, 2026
We’re All Human When It Comes to Chicken Fingers
A synagogue set aside a special kiddush table for teens, clearly announced and even humorously “guarded” to keep it reserved for them. Despite this, one adult ignored the boundary and took food from the teen table, highlighting a gap between stated standards and personal behavior. Although the individual was known for criticizing others, no one confronted him, reflecting a conscious choice to avoid embarrassment or retaliation. The episode ultimately became a lesson in restraint, humility, and the Jewish values of not taking revenge or bearing a grudge.
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October 20, 2025
October 5, 2025
Meatballs or Fishballs? A Kiddush Mystery!
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September 10, 2023
A Bissel Humor
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Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "A Bissel Humor."
One of life's great lessons is to use words to make people happy and laugh whenever you can, to raise their spirits, your own, and even give the Almighty a good laugh or two as well.
(Credit Photo: cottonbro studio via https://www.pexels.com/photo/happy-couple-in-candlelight-4038287/)
June 11, 2023
On Line For 1 Potato
What's in the Cholent?
(Credit photo: Becky via https://www.flickr.com/photos/35694730@N00/2738330081/in/photolist-5aYE8B-5LdtsL-5YkAgM)
May 21, 2023
Some Shabbos Chuckles
People never fail to amaze me in both their potential as well as in their idiosyncrasies. But the last number of weeks have really brought home that while we Jews share many commonalities, there are also quite a few quirky differences, and many of these are worth sharing.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
January 22, 2023
Ten ‘Points to Ponder’
Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "Ten 'Points to Ponder'."
My dear father, Fred Blumenthal (ZT”L), like many from his generation, used to read Reader’s Digest. I remember that there was a section called “Points to Ponder,” which I thought was a good title for things that can have a deeper and more profound meaning in our lives. So in this vein, I’d like to share a variety of thoughts that may give you pause to ponder as well.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
September 11, 2022
Surviving Marriage Meshugas
At the end of the day, like all things, marriage is partially what you make of it and how hard you work at it. Remember, bringing two people together, even two halves of the same whole, can be challenging and requires understanding and compromise.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
August 21, 2022
Frog Parking
May 24, 2022
June 9, 2021
Isn't This Brand Just A Little Too Forward
And they have a hand sanitizer version too.
This product's naming, labeling, and marketing is over-the-top even for a spoof product.
Ah, I think I'll forever hold off on the handshaking even if there is an after-Covid. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
December 2, 2020
How To Keep A Secret
This was a saying from the movie, The 2nd, that I liked:
Three people can keep a secret.
When two are dead!
It's similar to when you ask someone a question that they don't want to answer and they say:
I can tell you, but then I'd have to kill you.
Both of these make a lot of sense, LOL. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
November 22, 2020
There's Someone For Everyone
I'm sitting resting on Shabbat, minding my own business, and reading the Favorite Tales of Sholom Aleichem, but then my wife tells me a story circulating in the news that seemed like it could even be one better. At least my exaggerated version of it did as a tall tale in the making.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
August 17, 2020
Pink Bear
Like a politician speaks falsehoods!
My dad would rightfully say, "Be careful, don't step in the hoy[t]a!"
Compliments of some good old Native American humor.
At one point, probably from Reader's Digest! :-)
(Credit Photo; Andy Blumenthal)
August 2, 2020
Overpriced Desk Chairs
They had this nothing of a chair called the Harborside for almost $500. I was looking for 2 chairs, so that would've been a whooping $1,000 almost.
After a while on their web page, a chat box came up asking if I needed any help.
It was funny because the guys name was Jake, as in the commercial, "Hi, this is Jake from State Farm!"
Anyway, I must've been annoyed at their ridiculous prices and I had this farce of a dialogue with Jake.
Jake: Hello, We see you are checking out. Can we help in any way?
Me: trying to download a 25% off coupon...can you assist?
Jake: We don't have any coupons or discount codes.
Me: Just overpriced then. {smiley}
Me: Why do you charge so much for such cheap merchandise?
Jake: It's grade A teak which is the highest quality grade you buy but go on.
Me: It's a tree! Why should I pay $1000 for 2 small desk chairs. There is plenty of tweak in the forest for free!
Me: Can you explain?
Jake: *Teak. You're more than welcome to grow your own forest and make these but you'll have to move to a warmer climate. You can educate yourself better with our guide here [and he attached a link].
Me: Hmmm. Would you pay $1000 for thee little wooden chairs.
Me: Also, I'm pretty educated. TY
Jake: Yes, I have 4 on [my grandmother's porch]
Me: You didn't pay $2000 for 4 chairs for your grandmother's porch. NO WAY! I bet you got a big employee discount.
At which point, the chat box quickly bleeped off the screen!
Jake from State Farm...you didn't really buy 4 chairs for your grandmother for $2000 did you??? ;-)
(Credit Photos: Andy Blumenthal)
July 11, 2020
Super Cufflinks
These will definitely make you feel special.
Maybe like a quasi Superhero.
Some may think you're a little arrogant and all that.
But maybe you just are hoping to be super at whatever you do.
It's good to have an imagination and aspiration, and maybe a little sense of humor and fun.
As long as you don't let it go to your head or to your pompous a**. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumetnhal)
July 2, 2020
Forgot To Bring Blood
Lady pokes my arm, and nothing comes out.
She moves the point of the needle around and around-- still no blood.
She says: "Hey, it's your fault!"
I say:
You're right, no one told me that I was supposed to bring blood with me today.
She looks up and says, "Okay let's try the other arm!"
Then she spanks the arm...and I blurt out laughing, "hey do that again!"
Then poke, poke, and the blood easily fills a half dozen tubes.
She's said, "You see that worked!"
I said:
I only brought blood in my right arm today!
If I could read her mind: "Ok, get the F*** out of the office."
But she was nice and actually says, "You can get your results in about 3 days." ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
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