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How Shopping Once a Week Saves Me Time, Money, and Waste
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Yes, you can spend less and save lots of time on your groceries with these simple changes. Several years ago, I realized I was spending way too much time and money in the supermarket every week. On top of that, I was overbuying and dealing with way too much food waste. I’d throw out produce…
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The Hack for Cleaning Greasy Containers
This quick container cleaning hack will save you lots of dishwashing time. Before Pesach, we’re cooking a lot in advance and storing food in containers. And then we serve or cook such food, and we’re left with lots and lots of greasy containers that need to get washed so they can be used again (or…
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What Is Your Mission for Yom Tov?
Everyone has different priorities when preparing for Pesach. Make your own mission statement and take comparison out of the equation. Pesach prep often leads to comparisons and feelings of inadequacy. Do these quotes resonate with you? “Mommy, we’re so behind; the Sterns have already been eating in their basement for the last three weeks since…
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Which Spatulas Are Our Favorites?
They’re super convenient and are a great help in the kitchen. Learn what these types of spatulas can do for you. Editor’s Note: While many of these spatulas are used for chametz purposes, many will also be very helpful for you over Pesach (i.e. when your food processor gets tons of use, or when you’re…
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Is There a Wet Dry Vacuum Mop That Will Work For You?
Are we moving away from old-fashioned mops and maintaining our floors with these multi-purpose machines? One of the most popular topics that comes up in our inbox is about the ever-evolving vacuum mop machines that seem to be getting better and better very quickly. Our readers want to know if we have them and love…
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Stick Vacuums are *Amazing* – Why You May Want to Switch
After enjoying the convenience of a stick vacuum, there’s no turning back. Years back, I wrote about this cheap vacuum that I love in this post. It cleans perfectly well, is nice and lightweight, and best of all, there’s no need to take it for repairs. Because, when it dies after a few years, you…
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What Happens When Mom Needs to Travel
When mom needs to travel for work (or for any reason), there’s a lot of planning that has to happen for things to run smoothly while she’s away. I work for a UK-based payment technology company and I’m frequently asked to attend conferences and speak on panels. Normally I work from home (which is a…
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Less-Known but Great Places to Visit on your Next Family Trip to Israel
Since October 7th, Israel has been constantly on our minds and in our prayers. A trip to Israel now is more meaningful than ever before! And it’s still loads of fun! Are you considering a family trip? UpdatedAs a mother, I understand how hard it is to plan a trip that will cater to your…
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How Teens Can Start Building Credit
Your teen can get started building credit the right way. It’s simple, so don’t mess this up! Managing your finances is arguably the most important part of adulthood. One significant factor in your financial future is your credit score. Whether you’re planning to apply for loans, rent an apartment, or buy a car, building a…
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Time Robbers: How to Reclaim Your Time and Boost Productivity
Why would we want to waste time when we need every minute? Identify your time robbers and get it back! Let’s face it: there never seems to be enough time in the day. Between family, work, social life, and everything else on our plates, it can feel impossible to stay on top of everything. But…
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