Happy Sunday! When I logged on this morning, I discovered that I had won the “define Heffaloftus” poll over at Renee Schuls-Jacobson’s fantastic blog. Woohoo! What a nice treat. If you’re here visiting from Renee’s blog, welcome! If you haven’t had the pleasure of reading Renee’s always interesting and entertaining blog, hop on over and … Continue reading »
For the second week in a row, I have found myself without any new reading material for Shabbos. Since those wintry Friday nights are so long, it’s a great pleasure of mine to curl up with a blanket and a book (and maybe some cookies). Lately, though, I’ve been stymied by my own lack of … Continue reading »
I don’t always notice the cycles that come around in life. Okay, I notice the weekly cycles of cleaning up from Shabbos, figuring out what to eat for the week, shopping, cleaning, preparing for Shabbos and, of course, Shabbos! I also notice the daily cycles of getting Little Man ready for school, putting the baby … Continue reading »
The other night, as I was getting ready for sleep, I walked into our room, where the bed was still unmade from the morning. Then I saw it. A damp bathtowl was resting exactly where I wanted to rest. Said towel was cold from the moisture and had made the sheets slightly clammy. It was … Continue reading »
Last Sunday, Tzom Gedalia (October 2nd), I participated in the Day To Disconnect, a movement to encourage people to put down their tech and connect with people the old-fashioned way, face-to-face. I decided to share my experience with a vlog! The sound quality is not as great as I would like; apologies for that. I’d … Continue reading »
You may or may not be aware that wildfires have been ravaging Texas. Over 700 homes have been destroyed since last Sunday, and there have been 2 causalities to date. It is the worst fire season in state history, and though the firefighters are doing a valiant job, the fires are still burning, and weather … Continue reading »
I never used to be a homebody. The minute I walked through the door I was itching to get out! A coffee shop, a concert, a jam session, whatever. I loved to be around people, action, excitement. You could say I thrived on it. Now, by the end of the day, I’m hearing the call … Continue reading »
Well, we’re here. Knee-deep in boxes, packing paper and disorganization. With the little ones underfoot (or, more recently, clinging to the back of both my legs), packing is going along at a glacial speed. We will get there eventually. While I was packing up the apartment, I jotted down some sentiments that came to mind. … Continue reading »
Much thanks to today’s guest poster, Joan Oliver Emmer, who blogs about her life as a Trophy Wife at Body of Work. I was pleased to figure out a way to avoid the trauma of stepping on the scale at the doctor’s office the other day. While I’m not TERRIBLY unhappy with my weight, it’s not … Continue reading »
It’s my birthday today (yes, that is me shamelessly fishing for birthday wishes). Last year was my 30th, and I was far too busy to obsess over the milestone-status that is often associated with that particular birthday. I’m also quite busy this year (moving day is in less than two weeks!), but I did have … Continue reading »
