Does summer need to mean more clothing, and more laundry overwhelm? Let’s talk about laundry. (I know… not your favorite topic. Same.) But really—does laundry double in size the second summer vacation starts? No more uniforms. No more school clothes. Just kids running around in five outfits a day like it’s a costume party we…
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Find Just the Right Swimsuit for Your Tweens and Teens
When your little girl starts growing up, it can be hard to find swimwear that looks right. We pulled together some favorites that will keep them comfortable and confident in and out of the water. When the girls are small, we buy swimsuits that are adorable. They’re so fun and easy to find at all…
20+ Summer Maxi and Midi Skirts You’ll Love (Casual + Shabbos)
There’s certain elements that make a skirt summer worthy: easy to wear, extra pretty, and light and airy. Here are some that qualify. Easy, breezy, comfortable, flowy…there are some summer skirts that simply feel great to wear. No matter what you’re looking for this season, there’s something summer-worthy for everyone in this roundup! If maxi…
What to Do at Palisades Mall (There’s Tons!)
The whole family will have a blast at this mall (even if they all want to pick their own activities!) What does your checklist for a family trip look like? Looking for something indoor? Check. Looking for something fun? Check. Looking for something exciting? Check. Looking for something kid friendly? Check. Looking for something teen…
Our Favorite Terry Bathrobes
If you want the coziness you enjoy at hotels every day, one of these bathrobes may be perfect. For some, a thick, cozy bathrobe is a standard, while for others, it’s something they enjoy only on vacation (and only when the hotel supplies one!). But bathrobes are a really practical item to enjoy. They certainly…
The BCP Summer of Growth. Week Five: Spiritual Boost
And finally, and most importantly–we want to use summer to grow spiritually. There’s lots of time to reflect, learn, and think about our ruchnius goals. This will also make us feel recharged and good about the time we spend over the summer. We don’t need to wait for Elul! It’s overwhelming to commit to something…
Super Fun Vacation Activities to Enjoy…at Home!
The destination? Home! Take a family trip without leaving the comfort of your living room When Covid-19 hit shortly before Pesach four years ago, and we were left scrambling to make do in a situation unlike any we’d ever encountered, the result was a Yom Tov unique on so many fronts. That was the year…
The BCP Summer of Growth. Week Four: Get Moving, Stay Healthy
Can we make it a goal to come out of summer as a healthier version of ourselves? Whether it’s more movement or healthier food, the summer is the perfect time to enjoy new healthy habits. It’s overwhelming to commit to something lasting. The Summer of Growth Challenge is for this week only–but if your new…
The BCP Summer of Growth. Week Three: Relationships and You
Can we grow by improving how we relate with those around us? Once we’ve taken care of ourselves and created a little room to breathe, we can begin the real growth and take small steps to relate to everyone around us in a positive, feel-good way. It’s not always easy! We understand it’s overwhelming to…
This Is the Grill You Need for Your Summer Vacation
Whether you’re grilling on the go, or need a portable solution from year to year, I have a grill for you. UPDATED FOR 2024. Back in 2017, I wrote about the Coleman Road Trip Grill as the perfect road trip solution. Summer vacations often involve some kind of grilled dinner. And there were enough years…
