Are you always second-guessing yourself when setting that table? Yes, most of you do not need this post. But we’re here to help everyone, that newlywed included. And so, here’s a super quick tutorial on how to set a table. That pretty much says it all, right? Take note of the locations of the dinner fork,…
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Women and Tefillah: What Is Our Obligation?
When a woman is busy with children, what is her obligation to Daven? And which tefillah takes priority? As it is well known, women are exempt from mitzvas asei shehazman grama, mitzos that are time bound, such as tefillin, tzitzis and sukkah. However, the Mishna (Berachos 20a) says that while women are exempt from kriyas…
Stockings & Tights Solutions for When You’re Expecting
Do you find stockings and tights really uncomfortable when there’s a new baby on the way? We asked our friends, “What do you do for stockings when you’re expecting?” The response we heard? “It’s a problem.” Do you just buy a bigger size (a little better but still not comfortable)? Wear maternity-specific (we hear they’re…
The Best Way to Pack Your Carry-On for a Long Flight (+ Your Flight Essentials)
Is it always a mess to find just what you need in your carry-on? Do you climb up to try to reach things in the overhead bin? Avoid all that with these tips on how to pack. Do you pack your carry-on luggage in a hurry? I need this, maybe I’ll need this, better take…
It’s About the Relationship: Using This Time of Connection to Get Even Closer to Our Father
Yiddishkeit isn’t a religion with rules. It’s a relationship with a connection. It’s Elul. It’s the season of Melech basadeh, so, so close, the time of Ani l’Dodi v’Dodi li. What better time to explore our connection with Hashem and the missing ingredient that is draining Yiddishkeit of all of its meaning for so many…
The Standard Planner Doesn’t Work for You? Here’s the Between Carpools Life Pages Solution.
Are you a multitasker? Too many things going on at once that need order? You need our Life Pages. If that describes you, chances are that the standard planner or hasn’t done the job for you. A few of us on the Between Carpools team have switched to Life Pages! The Life Pages planner can…
This is a Genius Way to Store Your Garbage Bags
It can be really annoying to get out new garbage bags when you need one. Now it’s so easy. Where do you store your trash bags? In the box in a closet? On the bottom of the garbage can? Wherever it is, it can either be inconvenient or simply not pleasant to get a new…
Top 7 Apps for a Great Summer Road Trip
Are you hitting the road for your summer trip? These apps make it easier to navigate your way, plan your journey and destination, and have a safe and smooth trip. So you’re heading out on to the open road and the opportunities seem endless. Or maybe daunting. Overwhelming. Exhausting. Well, these days there are so…
Why I Buy This Cheap Vacuum Every Four Years
Vacuum cleaners can be a pain to repair. Now, what if I said you’ll never have to worry about that again? One day before Pesach, I was in Evergreen Supermarket on the south side of Lakewood, when I bumped into the wife of my son’s Rebbe. “What are you doing on this side of town?”…
What to Do When You’re in California
Planning a trip to the West Coast? There’s lots of sun and lots of fun ways to fill your days in California. California is one of the most beautiful states. With its perfectly warm weather, sandy beaches and sunny skies, it’s a popular travel destination. I lived there for 8 years and love going back…
