Dear Matzav Inbox,
To all my friends and neighbors who escaped to the Catskills or wherever your fancy took you this summer, I have one simple message: Stay there. Don’t rush back with your glowing tans and sun-kissed faces, flaunting your relaxation while the rest of us stayed behind in the heat and grind of the city.
You know, the city was surprisingly peaceful. Traffic was lighter, stores were less crowded, and life had a certain ease to it that I could get used to. We managed just fine without the extra bodies clogging up the roads and sidewalks. We didn’t need your complaints about how much better the weather was in the mountains or how refreshing the lake was.
And now, after disappearing for two to three months, you waltz back into town like nothing happened. Well, here’s a newsflash: Life went on without you. The world didn’t stop spinning just because you were off sipping iced lattes in the sun.
And maybe, just maybe, don’t get too comfortable. In a month and a half, you’ll probably be packing your bags again, running off to your hotel or vacation spot for Sukkos. So, if your summer was so idyllic, why not make it permanent? Keep enjoying your endless sunsets and cool breezes. We’ll continue holding down the fort here, dealing with reality while you perfect your tan lines.
So, take hold of your memories and your sun hats, and don’t feel pressured to rush back. We’ll be just fine without you.
Enjoy the rest of your endless vacation.
Sincerely,
A Local Who Stayed
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