Potpourri

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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.

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Pesach is also rapidly approaching and you might want to add some fresh pieces to your closet.

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After nearly three weeks, the miracle we had hoped for faded.

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When we turn to cream and sugar during those emotionally-laden moments, we are acting not only from impulse, but from rational self-preservation; eating as a coping mechanism helps us.

Let’s be perfectly honest, holidays are just a convenient excuse to indulge in our favorite activity – eating.

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I usually find cornbread to be dry, but this one was very moist and served with a delicious maple flavored whipped cream.

The children miraculously and unanimously agreed to wear pajamas as their costumes this Purim!

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When I'm not blogging, I'm an eating disorder therapist, so the topics of body positivity and health at every size are ones I'm very passionate about.

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The Jewish people's relationship to trees goes way back as far as the Garden of Eden where man's first mitzvah involved a tree. Maybe that's why Jews are so enthusiastic about tree planting.

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As part of a regular diet, they add many nutrients, including lycopene and lots of flavor.

As many of you know, a pair of thick tights and boots paired with a dress/skirt can keep you warm and comfortable – especially if you choose fleece-lined tights or warm leggings to go with your boots.

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Pure maple syrup is so versatile – it can be used in cookies, cakes, meat and poultry, and even on waffles, too.

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