Four Jewish brothers left home for college, and eventually, they became successful doctors, and lawyers -- and prospered. Some years later, they chatted after having dinner together. They discussed the gifts that they were able to give to their elderly mother, who lived far away in another city. The first said, 'I had a big house built for Mama'. The second said, I had a hundred thousand dollar theatre built in the house. The third said, 'I had my Mercedes dealer deliver her a SL 600 with a chauffeur.'The fourth said, 'Listen to this. You know how Mama loved reading the Torah and you know she can't anymore because she can't see very well. I met this Rabbi who told me about a parrot that can recite the entire Torah. It took twenty rabbis 12 years to teach him. I had to pledge to contribute $100,000 a year for twenty years to the temple, but it was worth it. Mama just has to name the chapter and verse and the parrot will recite it.' The other brothers were impressed. After the holidays Mama sent out her Thank You notes. She wrote: Milton -- Bubbileh, the house you built is so huge, I live in only one room, but I have to clean the whole house. Thanks anyway. Marvin -- Mine Sheyne Kindele, I am too old to travel. I stay home. I have my groceries delivered, so I never use the Mercedes and the driver you hired is a Nаzi. The thought was good. Thanks. Irving– Tataleh, you give me an expensive theatre with Dolby sound, it could hold 50 people, but all my friends are dead. I've lost my hearing and I'm nearly blind. I'll never use it. Thank you for the gesture just the same. Dearest Melvin --you were the only son to have the good sense to give a little thought to your gift. The Chicken was delicious!!!
Effective immediately, the following economizing measures are being implemented in the "Twelve Days of Christmas" subsidiary:
1) The partridge will be retained, but the pear tree, which never produced the cash crop forecasted, will be replaced by a plastic hanging plant, providing considerable savings in maintenance
2) Two turtle doves represent a redundancy that is simply not cost effective. In addition, their romance during working hours could not be condoned. The positions are, therefore, eliminated
3) The three French hens will remain intact. After all, everyone loves the French
4) The four calling birds will be replaced by an automated voice mail system, with a call waiting option. An analysis is underway to determine who the birds have been calling, how often and how long they talked.
5) The five golden rings have been put on hold by the Board of Directors. Maintaining a portfolio based on one commodity could have negative implications for institutional investors. Diversification into other precious metals, as well as a mix of T-Bills and high technology stocks, appear to be in order
6) The six geese-a-laying constitutes a luxury which can no longer be afforded. It has long been felt that the production rate of one egg per goose per day was an example of the general decline in productivity. Three geese will be let go, and an upgrading in the selection procedure by personnel will assure management that, from now on, every goose it gets will be a good one
7) The seven swans-a-swimming is obviously a number chosen in better times. The function is primarily decorative. Mechanical swans are on order. The current swans will be retrained to learn some new strokes, thereby enhancing their outplacement
8) As you know, the eight maids-a-milking concept has been under heavy scrutiny by the EEOC. A male/female balance in the workforce is being sought. The more militant maids consider this a dead-end job with no upward mobility. Automation of the process may permit the maids to try a-mending, a-mentoring or a-mulching
9) Nine ladies dancing has always been an odd number. This function will be phased out as these individuals grow older and can no longer do the steps
10) Ten Lords-a-leaping is overkill. The high cost of Lords, plus the expense of international air travel, prompted the Compensation Committee to suggest replacing this group with ten out-of-work congressmen. While leaping ability may be somewhat sacrificed, the savings are significant as we expect an oversupply of unemployed congressmen this year
11) Eleven pipers piping and twelve drummers drumming is a simple case of the band getting too big. A substitution with a string quartet, a cutback on new music, and no uniforms, will produce savings which will drop right to the bottom line
Overall we can expect a substantial reduction in assorted people, fowl, animals and related expenses. Though incomplete, studies indicate that stretching deliveries over twelve days is inefficient. If we can drop ship in one day, service levels will be improved.
Regarding the lawsuit filed by the attorney's association seeking expansion to include the legal profession ("thirteen lawyers-a-suing"), a decision is pending.
Deeper cuts may be necessary in the future to remain competitive. Should that happen, the Board will request management to scrutinize the Snow White Division to see if seven dwarfs is the right number.
During the last Yom Kippur High Holiday, many individuals expressed concern over the seating arrangements in the synagogue. In order for us to place you in a seat which will best suit you, we ask you to complete the following questionnaire and return it to the synagogue office as soon as possible. I would prefer to sit in the... (Check one.
- _ Talking section.
- _ No talking sectionIf talking, which category do you prefer?
(Indicate order of interest.
- _ Stock market.
- _ Sports.
- _ Medicine.
- _ General gossip.
- _ Specific gossip (choose from below.
- _ The rabbi.
- _ The cantor.
- _ The cantor's voice.
- _ The cantor's significant other.
- _ The rabbi�s significant other.
- _ Fashion news.
- _ What others are wearing.
- _ Why they look awful.
- _ My neighbors.
- _ My relatives.
- _ My neighbors' relatives.
- _ Presidential Election, results from.
- _ Who is cheating on/having an affair with whom.
- _ My children/grandchildren.
- _ Other:_______________________________Which of the following would you like to be near for free professional advice?
- Doctor.
- Dentist.
- Nutritionist.
- Psychiatrist.
- Child psychiatrist.
- Podiatrist.
- Chiropractor.
- Stockbroker.
- Accountant.
- Lawyer, General Practice.
- Criminal Lawyer.
- Civil Lawyer.
- Real estate agent.
- Architect.
- Plumber.
- Buyer (Specify store:_____________ )
- Sexologist  (??)
- Golf pro [tentative; we're still trying to find a Jewish One]
- Other:____________________________I want a seat located (Indicate order of priority.
- On the aisle.
- Near the exit.
- Near the window.
- In Aruba.
- Near the bathroom.
- Near my in-laws.
- As far away from my in-laws as possible.
- As far away from my ex-in-laws as possible.
- Near the pulpit.
- Near single men.
- Near available women.
- Where no one on the bimah can see/hear me talking during services.
- Where no one will notice me sleeping during services.
- Where I can sleep during the rabbi's sermon [additional charge]
- Where I can text from my iPhone (SHHHH)(Orthodox only.) I would like a seat where:
- I can see my spouse over the mechitza.
- I cannot see my spouse over the mechitza.
- I can see my friend's spouse over the mechitza.
- My spouse cannot see me looking at my friend's spouse over the mechitzaPlease do not place me anywhere near the following people:
(Limit of six; if you require more space, you may wish to consider joining another congregation.)
- _______________________
- _______________________
- _______________________
- _______________________
- _______________________
- _______________________Your name:_________________________________
Building fund pledge (acknowledging and in grateful appreciation for
This change): $________________________
1. Patient has chest pain if she lies on her left side for over a year.2. On the 2nd day the knee was better and on the 3rd day it disappeared completely.3. She has had no rigors or shaking chills, but her husband states she was very hot in bed last night.4. The patient has been depressed ever since she began seeing me in 1993.5. The patient is tearful and crying constantly. She also appears to be depressed.6. Discharge status: Alive but without permission.7. Healthy appearing decrepit 69 year-old male. Mentally alert but forgetful.8. The patient refused an autopsy.9. The patient has no past history of suicides.10. Patient has left his white blood cells at another hospital.11. Patient's past medical history has been remarkably insignificant with only a 40 pound weight gain in the past three days.12. Patient had waffles for breakfast and anorexia for lunch.13. Between you and me, we ought to be able to get this lady pregnant.14. She is numb from her toes down.15. While in the ER, she was examined, X-rated and sent home.16. The skin was moist and dry.17. Occasional, constant, infrequent headaches.18. Patient was alert and unresponsive.19. Rестаl exam revealed a normal size thyroid.20. She stated that she had been constipated for most of her life, until she got a divorce.21. I saw your patient today, who is still under our car for physical therapy.22. Both вrеаsтs are equal and reactive to light and accommodation.23. Exam of genitalia reveals that he is circus sized.24. The lab test indicated abnormal lover function.25. The patient was to have a воwеl re-section. However, he took a job as a lawyer instead.26. Skin: Somewhat pale but present.27. The pelvic examination will be done later on the floor.28. Patient was seen in consultation by Dr. Blank, who feltwe should sit on the abdomen and I agree.29. Patient has two teenage children, but no otherabnormalities.