When it’s cold or raining or you just want to be in an air-conditioned space, check out these 5 Indoor Spaces in North Jersey and NYC. The question of “ What is for dinner?’ is being answered all over the internet. But what about the all-important question of “What are we doing today?” During the…
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How to Make a DIY Mosaic Vase
Crack a Plate then Start Glueing to Turn it Into a Different, Beautiful Mosaic Creation August is just one of those months that I absolutely love. It brings with it those long lazy summer days and fun family gatherings–and weddings! The idea for this vase came about when I saw the beautiful China plate that…
Great Family Indoor Chol Hamoed Trips
The weather might not be cooperating, but there’s still lots of fun to be had. Here’s 5 trips where you can have a blast with the family indoors. All winter I wait for the nice weather so I can begin enjoying the outdoors. This year the cold weather seems to be holding its own. I…
Your Snow Day Guide to Keeping the Kids Entertained (and the House Sorta Neat)
It’s a little euphoric when you first realize you won’t have to get those kids ready for the school bus. But then snow day reality sets in. I still love snow day! And here is why. Because I used to love it as a child doesn’t mean I have to hate it as an adult….
How to Ice a Cupcake and Make a Kid Super Happy
It doesn’t matter the age, there might not be a treat that’s as exciting as a cupcake (except for maybe, a big really cool cake). Here’s how to ice ‘em like a pro. Nothing is as fun to eat as a cupcake…definitely for kids, and adults can enjoy ‘em without admitting it. And nothing looks…
7 Fun Places to Go on Chol Hamoed
Are you always stumped when it comes to planning a family activity on Chol Hamoed? Guarantee an amazing day with these 7 places to visit. Sarah Einhorn’s fantastic chol hamoed trip idea in the Tristate area. Cape May Whalewatcher: Cape May, NJ Viewing dolphins and whales in their natural habitat is one of the most incredible…
Yes! Kids Can Paint Without Any Mess.
In just 3 steps, your kids will be busy painting and having a blast. And cleaning up the paint happens with the snap of your fingers. Looking for another activity to keep busy on Sundays and days off? Most kids love to paint but most moms don’t love the mess. So here’s the way we…
Do You Have a Bored Tween? A 12-year-old Shares 5 Things To Do
Who knows what bored tweens like to do better than another tween? Every time I ask my mother “What should I do, I’m bored,’’ she tells me to clean my room or organize my closet. But really, what is my mother thinking? I mean, do you know one kid that likes to clean? I think…
Super Fun & Free (or Low Cost) Things to Do and Places to Go in NYC & Brooklyn
There’s super cool and fun places to go to entertain your kids in New York…and it doesn’t have to cost a thing. After Jerusalem, my favorite city is New York. Being that the Holy Land is a place I can only visit sometimes, and New York is where I live, I spend the summer…
Ten Ways to Recharge in Under 10 Minutes
Need to unwind but don’t have time? Here’s how to recharge QUICKLY. Our batteries are running pretty low and this tee shirt pretty much sums up how we feel. Mom life! Am I right? When you’re feeling like you’re participating in an endless marathon, take the time to recharge those batteries. Because you can’t take care…