Fall is coming– we can all feel it in the occasional slight crispness in the air and the turning of colors on the edges of the leaves. It is, by far, my favorite season. I love pulling out my worn jeans and comfy sweaters and snuggling in with a good book and a mug of […]
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Hanukkah is coming early this year!
As some of you know, I was raised at a young age in Israel. When we moved to the US, I was kindergarten age and spoke no English. As part of our efforts to assimilate to American, and more specifically, New England culture, my parents joined a conservative Jewish synagogue. In Israel, we were not […]
The holidays are coming… how to stay sane (and healthy!)!
The holidays are always ‘around the corner’– This means family, friends, turkey! For many, the holiday season can induce stress, whether it be because of more or less time with family, poor choices for food, too many responsibilities… Here are some strategies that can help to reduce stress during the holidays while continuing to embark on […]
My birthday is coming…can you say “Double Layer Chocolate Cake with Decadent Chocolate Frosting”?!
It’s true– My birthday is on November 14th!!! Of course, it is a very special day for me– a day with family and friends celebrating being alive! There are many days in my life where, through the course of events of my day, I forget how privileged I am and how many blessings I have […]
Hearty & Nourishing Beef Stew
There’s a wonderful children’s book that I used to read to my kids when they were younger, called “That’s when I’m Happy“. It’s about a little bear and his parents and each page is devoted to his most happiest moments. As winter weather approaches, with my family cuddled on the couch with their favorite books, […]