If you’re looking for a quick getaway that’s not too far away (for those of you in the Tristate area, at least), Deal checks off all the boxes for that summer destination. Download this article from Fleishig magazine called “Life’s a Beach” on top things to do, and places to eat and stay in Deal…
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10 Things To Do This Summer So You Feel Like You Had a Summer
It’s time to create that summer bucket list of things you plan on doing for yourself. As mothers, we’re always thinking about creating memories for our kids, especially in the summertime. Let’s go see the fireworks. Let’s have a beach day. Let’s go for ices and run in the sprinklers. Let’s learn to ride a…
Use This Hack to Keep a Skirt Down While Bike-Riding
Hey girls–no worries. This is a great trick for keeping your skirt in place while on a bike. In my work training people (ok, mostly children) to ride a two-wheeler bicycle, I get to enjoy the thrill of confidence when a rider picks up speed and independently rides off, wind in face. And then, the…
How to Wash Your Wig At Home
There’s nothing like a freshly washed wig – especially in the summer! Summer and wigs don’t go so well together. Sweaty days, open car windows, barbecues and bonfires all quickly add up to a wig that feels and smells stale. But how often can you give it in to be washed? The time and money…
Nine Ways to Achieve a Productive and Refreshing Summer
How do we turn our “Vacation” into a real “Bein Hazemanim?” It’s that time of year that has children all over celebrating, and many adults too. Even if you aren’t a teacher, there is something exhilarating about summer vacation, whether it’s the ability to sleep a little bit later, fewer buses to catch, less homework…
A Lay Flat Backpack is the Perfect Bag for Seminary or Yeshiva
Everything they need for an off-Shabbos can be packed neatly in this bag. During my daughter’s year in seminary, we came to visit for a long weekend. She came to spend Shabbos with us carrying an unfamiliar backpack. It was stuffed to the max with everything she needed for three days. The bag belongs to…
The Basic Sewing Kit Every Household Needs
You only need a few items to be prepared for the most common mending needs. Unless you are someone who actually sews, you don’t need much in your sewing kit. Pre-assembled sewing kits come with threads in an array of colors that we’ll never ever use–and those just add clutter. We put together our recommendations…
A Spoonful of Honey Also Helps the Vitamin Go Down
Do you need to take big pills or vitamins? Coating it in honey might help. I had bought vitamins which were recommended–but the pills were huge. There was no way I was going to be able to get those down. Then, one of my followers at @gatheratable suggested that I coat the pill in honey…
How To Save That Old CD or DVD Your Child Insists On Playing
Or at least, how to give it one last chance. So your toddler climbed behind the couch and pulled out a dusty Cocomelon DVD you forgot you ever owned. Tantrum escalates quickly. But, said video is so scratched. Scratches that are visible to the eye. So what’s a mom to do? Here is a tip you…
What to Buy at Walmart
Walmart isn’t an easy store to navigate. But there’s some great buys. And you can depend on the low prices. These are the items that make it worth the trip (or the online order!) While Target is that Mommy errand that is something fun and almost chic (Read about our favorite Target finds here), Walmart…
