Your unpaid position as shidduch-call secretary will bring you into contact with a whole gamut of people
These calls tend to come in when you’re in a moving vehicle with poor Bluetooth reception. “Hello,” the voice on the other line crackles, “do you have a moment? I’m calling about so-and-so.” So-and-so, who is currently sitting comfortably in the passenger seat of your car, perks up at the mention of her name.
“Oh, I’m so sorry, but can I call you back at a different time?” you ask politely, and hurry to hang up the phone before the caller on the other side of the line tries to squeeze in some questions while your friend whispers loudly, “Pretend I’m not here!”
Other opportune times for these phone calls include when you’re running through the grocery store five minutes before it closes, Motzaei Shabbos when you’re sitting on your friend’s couch, during the dinner at a friend’s wedding, or on your way home from work as you try to beat shkiah.
Timing aside, your unpaid position as shidduch-call secretary will bring you into contact with a whole gamut of people. Here are some common profiles you may come across:
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