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Category Archives: Personal
I Hate It When I’m Just A Symbol
I hate it when I’m just a stand-in for somebody you truly hate. A couple of years ago, I had a woman flee my place after her first visit because my beard and my Orthodoxy made her feel like she … Continue reading
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Tagged false assumptions, orthodox jew, orthodox jews, pagan origins, rebbes, religious holidays
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Orthodox Judaism In The Post-Modern World
I often get asked why I don’t always speak and behave in accord with Orthodox Judaism. With Orthodox Jews, I just say, “I’m not there yet.” With the goyim, I never answer by watering down Orthodox Judaism and pretending that … Continue reading
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Tagged age of the universe, marginal tax rates, minimum wage laws, orthodox jew, orthodox jews, orthodox judaism
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I’ve Never Dated An Orthodox Girl
I don’t fear so often these days that I’m losing control. Therapy is calming. I can bounce my life off someone sharp and get greater clarity. It also gives me accountability. My therapist names things I’m going through such as … Continue reading
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Tagged fear of abandonment, orthodox jews, orthodox life, orthodox shul, orthodox woman, orthodox women
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The Type Of Women I Fall For
The connection is usually swift. The women who turn me on are fast thinkers and fast speakers. They tend to be decisive, strong, formidable. Erudite. Capable. Our repartee is snappy because they love to laugh. I don’t have to explain … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Personal
Tagged great shape, repartee, social cues, speakers, thinkers
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