The 9×13 Series has revolutionized our life in more ways than one. We admit it. It all started with these Oatmeal Squares back in 2018, and ever since then, well, we’ve never looked back. The 9x13s are here to stay and they’ve pretty much revolutionized our life. Sure, we might not take one out every…
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On the Yahrzeit of Sarah Schenirer A”H
It’s the perfect day to stop and think about who we are as Jewish women–and the task that we have before us. By JUDITH GRUNFELD-ROSENBAUM Editor’s Note: Almost 30 years ago, when I was in elementary school, the 1995 Asifa on the 60th Yahrzeit of Sarah Schenirer a”h took place at the The Brooklyn Armory….
Don’t Pull an All-Nighter Before Purim!
We’re still three weeks out, but the days ahead are going to get busy. Stop now to plan–and prioritize. Rosh Chodesh Adar has passed. Purim is fast on its way! What creative costumes can I come up with this year? Who am I inviting for the Purim seudah? What theme will the shaloch manos be…
Which Measuring Cup Is the Best?
We brought all our favorite measuring cups together to measure and pour and share why we love these top contenders. Most kitchen tools are not something we get super passionate about. Sure, we were each very passionate about our favorite garlic presses as we told you about over here. We were just as divided when…
From the Heart of a Mother of a Lone Soldier
BCP Contributor Alisa Avruch shares the emotions and experiences of being in the US and having a son in the IDF. On October 7th, I became the mom of a soldier at war. I used to be a regular Jewish mom like you. Focused on carpool, Amazon returns, and finding the perfect one-pan-dinner. Oh, and…
How to Achieve the Declutter Mindset
Six steps to being on your way to a life that feels free and clear of things that weigh you down. We have a lot of practical posts on getting your home to look organized and clean quickly. This post on A Welcome, Neat Home in Minutes includes some tips on whipping up a house…
Beyond Keurig: How to Get Great Coffee at Home
If you’re so over Keurig and want better, fresher coffee at home, here are your options. This post began brewing in my mind sometime last summer when the coffee machine, a Senseo, that I had been using for almost 20(!) years finally died. For a while I had been anticipating this, and had already begun…
How to Be There When You’re Not Quite Sure What to Do
You want to help your neighbor or friend, and you want to show her you care, but you’re not quite sure what to say or do. What’s appropriate? What is a misstep? What might be seen as just lip service? Many I have spoken to, both personally and professionally, profess that they don’t know what…
Download: Hebrew Names of Hostages for Davening
Danielle Renov @PeasLove&Carrots compiled a list of Hebrew names so you can daven. When we learned that Danielle was compiling a list of Hebrew names, we knew it was something we wanted to share with you. Please download, print, and send this list so we can continue to keep the hostages in our minds and…
Tried-and-True Household Favorites We Found on Amazon
Often, people ask us for answers and hacks for very random things that come up in our households on a regular basis. And very often, the solution is available on Amazon! Updated for 2024: Below are items that we’ve found to be the handy problem-solvers that are good to have around.
