It’s kind of tedious to do, but worth it when the strings stay fresh looking wash after wash. We all know that after one or two washings, tzitzis strings start fraying. Some brands/types are worse than others, but eventually they all start looking fuzzy. What’s the solution? Good old super glue! The tricky part is…
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29 Exciting Places to Explore in NYC in the Fall and Winter
Fun is not just for kids. Teens and adults can enjoy exploring the city. Go with friends. Go with your spouse. Or, enjoy some alone time! A few years ago, I was telling a friend that the monotony of fall and winter was getting to me—I love being outdoors but I don’t do well with…
6 Items Made For the Lefty in Your Life
We found some things that will make the little things easier for lefties. Are you a lefty? Do you love a lefty? I’ve got a couple of left-handed kids and over the years we’ve come across a few tasks that are so much more difficult simply because this world is designed for righties. Of course,…
Child Has Fever? How to Know If You Need a Dr. Visit
Is it something to worry about? Or should I just wait it out? Some guidance on fevers. Fever is one of the most common symptoms a pediatrician sees on a daily basis. It is also a frequent reason for office, emergency room and urgent care visits. Parents spend a lot of time, money, and significant…
How to Use WhatsApp As Your Personal Reminder Space
There’s a lot of communicating going on in WhatsApp. But can you easily remember the things you need to follow up with later? WhatsApp is definitely the best messaging app there is, but often information gets lost in chats or groups, and it is hard to save information for future reference. This is especially true…
Would You Love to Organize Your Sefarim Shelves? Here’s How.
Wish your bookcases looked neat and orderly? And that every sefer had a specific place to return to? Editor’s Note: Even if women might not be the ones organizing their husband/son’s sefarim, this post can still helpfully guide those who are! For more on Sefarim, you can also see our handy Shaimos Guide, plus these…
Do I Really Need That Dutch Oven? Or How About That Roaster? (+ A Cheap Option!)
You might see those pretty, hefty pans in some food photos. But do you need one to cook great meats? Years and years ago, perhaps when I was newly married, there was an All-Clad store at the local outlet mall. And while there was not typically such amazing deals there, there was one day that…
4 Fun Places to Enjoy the Outdoors This Fall – Central New Jersey
Missing summer activities? The fall brings in new ways to have some family fun outdoors, and you During Chol Hamoed, Between Carpools posted this post by Sarah Einhorn on farms to enjoy this fall. If you live in Central New Jersey and want some more local options, these are great places to check out! The…
How To Prepare Your Child For Surgery
How much do we want to say? What do they need to know? How do you explain? It is never easy, sending your child off to get a procedure done, no matter how minimal and “routine” it may be. Waving goodbye to your son or daughter, knowing that they are going into an operating room,…
These Are Our Favorite Items from Trader Joe’s (Take 2!)
If there’s a Trader Joe’s near you, these are the items you’ll want to check out. Back in 2019 we asked a guest to write us a post about Trader Joes (see this post). We had written about the best items from Costco, BJs, Walmart, Target, and even Aldi and we knew that the love…
