We found another use for one of our favorite toys. Sure you could use index cards, but this is more fun – and neater! Did you use crib notes when you studied for tests? Index cards with little reminders? Sticky notes? Back in my test taking days, I had a routine when I studied. First…
Something To Try If You’re Having Trouble Sleeping
So many of us are having trouble falling asleep – and staying asleep – during these anxious days. Our bodies and minds are tired. We’re in a heightened state of tension all day – and all night – long. But sleep has become difficult for many of us. Even when we fall asleep, we might…
Connecting to the Pain of the People in Eretz Yisrael At War
Somehow, life as usual doesn’t feel right…but what do we do? While we go through the motions of life, we need to be searching for ways to stay connected. Several of us on the Between Carpools team have close family living in Israel. We have friends in the military. We know people living in the…
How to Dice That Red Onion into Really Tiny Pieces
No big chunks in my salsa or guacamole when I take the time to do it right! There’s no denying that red onion adds some zing to a salsa (like our favorite), some guacamole, or a chopped salad. But in my household, nobody likes when you can actually bite into the onion pieces. So I’ve…
Silan Sweet Potato Fries
They take two minutes to toss together, with a flavor that transcends the quick prep. Enjoy them fresh, or use them to make a salad really special. I’ve been making sweet potato fries the same way for a couple years now and decided we needed a change…Something with bigger flavor. I put on a bit…
Thoughts On Being a Girl Boss
What does it mean and is it really your dream? Girl Boss. Mom Boss. These words have been used in recent years to describe a woman who can run her business to big success, despite being a woman – or even a mom. People use these expressions as a positive ideal, something to strive for. …
Garlic and Wine Sauce Pasta with Salmon and Caper Berries
This dinner was created so we could eat caper berries – but they aren’t even necessary! I was having a salad at a restaurant in Israel when I came across something I’d never seen or tasted before. It tasted mostly like a caper, but it was like a caper on steroids! About the size of…
In Search of the Perfect Water Bottle
Is there one perfect option or do you need a different one for different uses? We all know we should probably be drinking more water. Without a conscious effort, I can literally go all day without drinking anything but my morning coffee. But when I fill a large water bottle at the beginning of the…
Help Your Child Fit In At Camp
They don’t need all the things, but they do need some. A basic human societal need is a sense of belonging. We value and encourage being your own unique self, but being part of a society requires a certain level of “fitting in.” This is not about changing who you are, hiding yourself behind a…
The Better Flatter Way to Pin Your Hair Up Under a Wig
I learned this tip when I was a kallah a lot of years ago. I’m surprised more people don’t know about it. Are you still putting your hair up in a ponytail under your wig? Does the “bump” bother you? There’s a better way. Get rid of the hair elastic and get a package of…
