I’m excited for Chanukah to begin next week! Some years it just sneaks up on me but this year I’m ready. A quick reminder of one of the better-known answers to the question of why we celebrate eight nights of Chanukah if the miracle was only for seven (after all, the oil was expected to last through that first …
I just wanted to say a quick and heartfelt thank you to all of you who have been coming, reading, commenting, emailing and sharing. I really appreciate each and every one of you. My blog is so meaningful and therapeutic for me and it wouldn’t be the same without knowing I am reaching real people. Your insights and questions add …
Hi, all. I’ve been listening to optimistic music a lot these days — it’s really helpful! I keep playing Yaakov Shwekey’s “A Toast to Life” on a loop, and also “Kol Haneshama.” Another good one is Joey Newcomb’s “Thank You, Hashem” (of course)! When I want something slower, I love “We Are a Miracle.” (Yes, I am a Shwekey fan, …
Over the past year and a half I’ve baked a LOT of challah and the only reason I’ve been able to keep going is by keeping to one rule: it doesn’t have to be perfect. Every week I make my dough when I have time, and I knead for however long I can, and I let it rise for however …
Back when I posted the survey (Pesach time), someone asked if I could write about my relationship with my younger married sister. At the time I wasn’t ready to share but now more time has passed and I would like to. I’ll begin with where we are today which is: Our relationship is completely normal (thank You, Hashem!! more …
A few years ago I learned of the concept of the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) by Dr. Elaine Aron. The concept resonated with me so I took the quiz and discovered that I am just about on the border of testing as an HSP. According to Dr. Aron’s research, HSPs comprise about 20% of the population. HSPs have heightened …
Julia Cameron, author of The Artist’s Way, assigns a weekly “Artist Date” to her creativity students. An Artist Date is a solo trip to a place that interests you, sparks your creativity, or encourages play. This post has some great ideas that can work for one person. Here are some additional ideas: wine store – I love reading wine labels! …
A reader asked for a post on this topic. What to do when you are feeling that desperate ache, when things look bleak or you can’t stop crying? I so relate to this question. I can write about it objectively but I’ve also been right in the middle of it. First, know that this too shall pass. In most …
Hi, all. A friend sent me a link to a recent feature in Family First where single women shared tips and perspectives on how they navigate(d) being in shidduchim. I really enjoyed it! A few quotes:
I love thinking about formats and locations for small, unconventional weddings. I have actually been doing this for forever but COVID really gave me an excuse to dream. Apparently “micro weddings” are now a trend in the secular wedding world and I am here for it, if just for the cuteness. When I was little, my grandparents used to …
