Dear Editor @Matzav.com,
I write this letter with a sense of deep frustration, disappointment, and even anger over the recent school scheduling debacle that has plagued our mosdos. While I cannot speak to the situation in the NY school system, as I don’t live there, I can certainly attest to the absolute chaos that unfolded here in New Jersey due to a nearly four-week gap between the start dates of boys’ and girls’ schools, along with the inexplicable “soft openings” – another disgrace – for boys. Such a course of action is nothing short of abhorrent and utterly unacceptable.

Dear Editor@Matzav.com,
I am writing today to complain of the absolutely unacceptable service received at the US Embassy in Jerusalem yesterday, July 12, 2023. Whenever I have come to the Embassy in the past, I have received high quality and efficient service. This time, however, I am appalled and wonder how such service could be provided to US Citizens.

Dear Editor,
The profound detachment of Yidden from the reality around them due to their fixation on their phones and WhatsApp statuses is a churban.
It seems as though our attention – the frum world’s attention – has been hijacked by a relentless stream of notifications and status updates. It is not uncommon to observe people walking in shul, or at chasunos, or in the supermarket with their eyes glued to their screens, oblivious to what’s around them, or individuals engrossed in conversations with their devices while real-life conversations fade into the background. Our ability to be present and engage with the world is being compromised by the “allure” of the shtus-filled digital realm. It’s a chaval.

Dear Editor@Matzav.com,
I am writing to express my concern regarding a trend that I believe warrants discussion and reflection within our community. Specifically, I have noticed a growing number of individuals within the frum community who utilize non-Jewish music as background accompaniment to their social media posts, statuses, and Instagram stories.
We have a responsibility to uphold a certain standard. Having such music on frum social media pages is a disgrace! What a chillul Hashem!
Using non-Jewish music as a backdrop to your social media presence goes against everything we stand for.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
I saw your stories and pictures and videos from the Adirei HaTorah and really enjoyed them all.
However, I feel compelled to share the following:
I’m a plain stupid Joe. I work at my job from 9 to 5. I’m off on Sundays and legal holidays and I have to negotiate and trade for Chol Hamoed days. They’re pretty gracious about Yom Tov, but Erev Yom Tov is a full work day.
I get up at 5 each morning, learn from 5:30 till 7, at which time Shacharis begins. I’m at the office at 9:00.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
With the upcoming Adirei Hatorah event this Sunday, I believe it is essential to discuss a matter that concerns the etiquette, hashkafah and atmosphere of such gatherings.
In recent years, I have noticed a growing trend at various Torah events where people have started clapping after speeches to express their appreciation or admiration.
This has to stop.
I would like to draw attention to the inappropriateness of this gesture at a Torah gathering of gedolim and bnei Torah, such as the one we are eagerly anticipating this Sunday.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
I am writing to express my deep frustration with bosses who consistently refuse to provide raises, despite the rising cost of living. It is disheartening to witness this disregard for the financial well-being of hardworking individuals who are struggling to earn a parnassah.

Dear Editor@Matzav.com,
Over the last two months, I’ve had guests almost every week for simchos – aufrufs, sheva brachos, bar mitzvahs, etc. I am appalled by a lack of basic courtesy and respect that I’ve experienced.
When staying in someone else’s home, we should treat it with the utmost care . It is a fundamental expectation that guests should leave the accommodation in the same, if not better, condition than they found it. However, it appears that some orchim either forget or choose to ignore this.
I cannot comprehend the audacity of those who believe it is acceptable to simply walk away, not bothering to take off the linen! Seriously?!

Dear Editor@Matzav.com,
I write this letter with utmost frustration and disappointment regarding a matter that has deeply troubled me. It pertains to the abhorrent lack of food on Shavuos night at certain shuls.
Devoted individuals stay up all night to engage in Torah study, yet they are left starving, with barely any food served in their shuls. Come on. Would it kill to give some refreshments?
Recent failures in adequately providing food on this important night have left me with a bitter taste in my mouth.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
I am writing this letter with a profound sense of frustration and annoyance regarding an issue that continues to plague our roadways and test the patience of countless drivers in our frum communities.
It pertains to those individuals who seem to have an inexplicable desire to drive at a snail’s pace, completely oblivious to the long line of vehicles they hold captive behind them. What’s worse is that these slow drivers have the audacity to become indignant and irritated at those of us who simply want to drive at a reasonable pace and not endure an excruciatingly slow journey.