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You don’t know me or my lifestyle

I drive a 6 year old car that I bought new and paid cash for. It replaced a 15 year old car that is still being driven by one of my grandchildren.

Yes my suits and shirts are made for me but they are classic in style and last a very long time. The suit and shirts are made I wore this past Shabbos were made in 2007.

Not being an off the rack size, the cost of remaking someone else’s clothing eould cost more than new.

I worked and paid for my own college and law education made my way in business and family.
I am not extravagant but do enjoy comfort.

I don’t enjoy being criticized by youngsters who haven’t experienced life.
Not only did I pay for all of my children’s educations, but quite a few others as well.
I currently am providing stipends to a number of yeshiva boys and seminary girls whose parents manage to come up with the tuition but not that necessary pocket money.
I do this because HaShem makes it possible