Funny pics

some interesting pics I found on the net

When Things Heat Up

There's a lot of things going on nowadays. Some natural, like different things caused by weather and other things. Some things that are scary like a terror threat to some country. And some things that are upsetting, like a scandal.
In regards to scandals, people look at it in different ways and either lose hope or try to keep their hope alive.

Some say we are in the time during the birthpangs of Moshiach. While this may look like a cop out, that is not the purpose. It's not to throw off responsibility. People still need to improve the situation. But at least we understand that these challenges are happening at this time because as mentioned above. - Again, we still need to fix things.

We just try to keep our emunah up, otherwise it could crumble, G-d forbid. However, if we have faith there's a light down the road, then we keep going forward.

helping couples

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Some tips I gathered over time about strenthening relationships

>For a relationship to work, each one should try to both give and work as a team, both doing their part. This sounds idealistic and doesn't always happen b/c sometimes one gives more than the other. However, both should try to do their best.

>Communication helps you know what you each need and want. If one of you holds it in, you might explode later. Better to let them know now how you feel. Sometimes, it's hard to express it, and it takes some practice. Also, if one wants a specific thing like a gift and is particular, let them know what, so they can give it. Otherwise they don't know, and might waste money when they could spend it wisely on something you like. Also, when communicating, be patient and understanding

>Appreciation is very important. When you show appreciation to each other, it enhances the relationship, and encourages you both to keep going.

By the way
great article on helping couples deal productively with financial hard times. Click here

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cool pic

3D chalk art, nice how they make the frog pop out

more of these here

Light up the nights

Happy Chanukah

Like the small group of Chamona'im(maccabees) defeated the huge Greek army, this shows us that anything is possible.

In the Chanuka story, there was a spiritual threat to us from the Greeks; Jews physically fought for what they believe in. Yes, some went astray, but some stuck to their heritage.

In the Purim story, there was a physical threat to us from Haman. The Jews fasted and prayed and did teshuva and survived.

Sometimes we need action, sometimes prayer. In general though, they are both important.

During those times

Message inspired by a situation I read about

Sometimes things are very hard.

We feel discouraged

and wonder why this?

We don't know.

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During those times,

our challenge is to hold on

and look towards

the light at the end of the tunnel.

Things might take time,

but with hope and faith,

the hardship i s alleviated,

at least a little.

When you overcome it,

you find yourself stronger than before.

It's very hard sometimes.

But we can do something

positive, and maybe help others

in the same boat.