You can buy a chain on Amazon and upgrade any bag for a few dollars. I know that many of my fellow BCPers are not pocketbook carriers. They keep their credit cards in their BCP “phony thingy” and they’re good to go, sans-purse. My bag, though, is always at my side. My bag needs to…
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This Is the Only Battery Pack You’ll Ever Need
The only downside? It has so many uses, you might need a few of these battery packs. UPDATED: While the model shown in this post is no longer available, this one is similar. Included output cables are lightning (iPhone), Micro USB (flip phone), and USB-C (most newer devices). And, yes, you can charge multiple devices…
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…
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…
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…
You’ll Love This Garment Bag Hack When Packing
Often, less is more. Sure, a suit bag is great, but this neat hack is sometimes better, and for a few reasons: Rip and toss the bag once you arrive at your destination. You can bunch up more clothes together at a time than with a suit bag. You don’t need to find that suit…
This Toothbrush Travel Hack Will Save Loads of Time
You’re buying new toothbrushes anyway, so now’s the time to assemble your toothbrush travel bag. You’ll be thrilled you did it whenever you go away with the family. The most annoying part of going away with the family, whether for just one night or for a couple of weeks, is collecting each person’s toothbrush from…
Great Card Games for On-the-Go Fun
We’re Playing Games! Card Games are the Best Portable Fun for Family Time There’s lots of family time on the horizon and whether you’re home or away, card games are a great portable way to have some family fun. We pulled together a list of some of our kids’ favorites. Each of these is a…
Be Prepared to Spend Pesach with Your Family
Are your young married children coming for Pesach? Are you heading to your parents or in-laws? Here’s what you both quietly wish the other knew. by Ella Rosenberg (and her sisters who are hosting their married children) This site is read by 22-year-old newly marrieds and 50+ mothers who are hosting those newly marrieds. Which…
How to Get a Good Night Sleep on That Red Eye (or Any Flight)
Put your feet up and get some rest. Oh, so, how do you put your feet up on a red eye flight? A short flight is like sitting in a car. You get on, you sit a bit, perhaps get some reading in, take a short nap if possible, and you get to your location. …
