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Stockings & Tights Solutions for When You’re Expecting
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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?”…
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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…
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There’s Tons to Do in the Lake George Area
Planning time in Lake George with family? From nature to adventure to history, there’s tons to do and experience. When I mentioned my vacation plans to my friends, they were all surprised. “You plan on staying in the Lake George and Gore Mountain area for a week? What are you going to do there for…
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Basics: How to Cook Quinoa
Learn the way to cook this ancient grain for the best possible results. Some people love it, some people hate it. But if you cook quinoa correctly (and use it in one of the great recipes linked below), you’re certain to have a great salad or side that’s both healthy and popular. 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water.…
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