Potpourri

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My first thought after driving my last official carpool was to get up and do a happy dance, or at least celebrate with a batch of freshly baked cookies or something really decadent from my secret chocolate stash.

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“After we kissed her goodbye, we watched her cross the length of 34th street. In my mind’s eye she was a five-year-old again. How was I letting [her] cross this gigantic street without holding my hand?”

Over the years I've been asked how I handle dressing modestly throughout the summer...

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I like my dressings acidic and light. The problem is, I never measure. I just throw a few ingredients together and hope for the best.

Having already sent three girls to seminary in the Holy Land, you would think I would be an expert on travel gear and accessories...

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When you eat what makes you feel good, most of what you eat will be healthy.

Everyone deserves to wear nice clothes no matter their size.

With all the heavy and rich dairy dishes we have a tendency to eat over Yom Tov, it’s nice to have something that tastes delicious but isn’t so hard on the stomach.

Don’t think that cucumbers and pineapple go well together? Think again, because the crunch of the cucumber and the sweetness of the pineapple merge together to make an outstanding and refreshing relish.

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Being maligned in the international press isn't such a tragedy, what is tragic is the fact that Jews believe these lies and spew negative rhetoric against the only refuge they have should the malodorous winds of anti-Semitism blow in their direction.

While some would argue that doing laundry every two or three days would streamline the job, barring any serious stains, I prefer to tackle the task just once a week.

Jillian, we’ve got news for you: Exercise should not make you want to die.

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Everyone was relieved when the first shipment of new and improved Shpielmans was delivered in time for Chanukah 2016 and sold under the Glatt Play brand.

For those of you who have never cooked in a pressure cooker, it helps to back up a little and understand why they work as well as they do.

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Today I’ll be sharing some fun options in all price ranges in case you’re looking to refresh your spring wardrobe (or maybe you just want some eye candy for a few minutes).

Out of cornflakes? Use rice krispies. Out of rice krispies? Use crushed saltine crackers. Use your own imagination because almost anything will work.

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Not that I am in any way trying to rush Pesach out the door, but once it is time to get back to reality, it makes sense to streamline the turnover as much as possible.

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Lucky for you, I have three gorgeous cookbooks sitting on my desk, chock full of great Pesach ideas that will turn you into a kitchen hero and will have everyone licking their plates.