yom tov
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Are You Ever Going to Sit Down?
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The women are the ones busy running in and out of the Sukkah, trying to give more, serve more, to make Yom Tov special for everyone else. But perhaps it’s time for you to just give yourself. Picture this: You’ve been invited by someone you love to come spend time together. You arrive at a…
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Welcoming a New Child Into Your Family
How to build connection, trust, and warmth from the first time that new son-in-law or daughter-in-law is at your table. There’s a shift in a family that doesn’t happen at a bris or a baby naming: it happens at the wedding. B”H, someone new is sitting at your table, not as a guest and not…
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Still Need a Few Things Before Sukkos?
Somehow, there are always a few things left to get before Sukkos. White shirts, shoes, baby essentials… you know the drill. Skip the last-minute running around. We rounded up the things you can still order on Amazon and have delivered in time. If you are looking for last minute clothing checkout the latest fashion finds…
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The Note I Make After Every Chag
Before you put Pesach or any Yom Tov away, take note. A few months ago, I shared my Family Health Log here on Between Carpools— the simple note I keep on my phone tracking medical episodes, treatments, and patterns. So many women told me it brought them unexpected calm. Instead of trying to remember everything,…
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Climate Control When Dealing with Moody People
If you find yourself in the presence of negativity or difficult people, change your mood in these four quick steps. You look out your window, waiting for spring — when the snow melts into a small pond in your yard. At least indoors, you’re in control. Thankfully, thermostats make it simple to keep things steady.…
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Between the Questions: A Story of Infertility and Hope
How does it really feel when you don’t have a child to recite Ma Nishtanah? Editor’s Note: A Time shared this post written by two women who prefer to maintain their privacy. It is based on true experiences. You may also be interested in this post shared by A Time on Hosting with Heart: Navigating…
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Still Need Some Last Minute Items Before Yom Tov? (Like White Shirts?)
There’s always those last pesky items left on your list to get before Yom Tov. Sure, you can run around town… or you can get those items delivered right to your door.We put together a list of last minute items that can still come on time via Amazon. If you are looking for last minute…
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When It’s Not Perfect — But It’s Worth It
If you’re packing up–or inviting guests–for Yom Tov, it’s not always easy. Being emotionally prepared to be spending lots of time with family will make your Yom Tov all the more rewarding. Ten years ago, I wrote about the logistics of moving into your parents’ or in-laws’ home for Yom Tov. Now, after schmoozing it…
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Hosting with Heart: Navigating Yomim Tovim with Sensitivity
It’s not just about how much physical space each family needs. There are some more things to consider when you’ll be spending Yom Tov together with families in different stages. Sora is overjoyed. Baruch Hashem, she will be hosting her entire family for the Yomim Tovim this year. For the first time, all of her…
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The Yom Tov / High Holidays Reminder Checklist
Just in case-we’ve made a list of all the things that need to get done before Yom Tov. We know you’re really busy–and when you’re busy, simple things can slip your mind. So we made this list to help you out. This menu download and these coloring pages for kids might also come in handy!…
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