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Leaving Mitzrayim
By: Breindy Weiss
We hear it every year. Pesach is the time of Geulah. Freedom from slavery, oppression, confinement. With a strong arm He brought us out of Mitzrayim. Us. We are supposed to experience Pesach night as if we ourselves left Mitzrayim.
I don't know about you, but I've never been to Mitzrayim. I've never been a slave. And I've never truly grasped the meaning of freedom. There is an obvious paradox here, that for eight days we have more restrictions than the rest of the year. On the Seder night, we don't talk about whatever we want, we follow a prescribed text. We don't eat what we want, in fact, we don't get to eat for quite a while, and when we do, it's karpas with saltwater and some really stale, flat, cardboard-like matzah.
When I hear the word freedom, I imagine doing what I want, when I want. I'm pretty sure this isn't the freedom that the Torah is describing. Perhaps the meaning of freedom is something that actually needs to be defined.
Mitzrayim comes from the root word meitzar — restriction. The lesson of Pesach is to go out of our personal restrictions, one good action at a time, one mitzvah at a time, and head into freedom.
I don't believe freedom is any one thing. I believe freedom means something different to everyone. It can be being free from low self-esteem. Free from self-obsession and self-pity. Free from wondering what other people are thinking about me. Free from always feeling like I have to say just the right thing or do just the right thing. Freedom from thoughts of myself, so I could think about others.
Freedom is gratitude. Freedom is being able to stop wanting and be content with the moment. Freedom is having my little ones asleep in my arms, and knowing that there is nothing in this world that could make this moment better. Freedom is knowing that my happiness comes from being in deep connection — with myself, with loved ones, with Hashem. Because I don't need to want that, or seek it somehow. Connection is always there. Always here. Waiting for me to notice and enjoy. Whether in solitude, bad health, lack of sleep, in a messy house, or with a screaming toddler.
At any moment I can stop. I can take a breath. I can connect to my neshama, and know it is bigger than me. It is holding me in this moment. I can connect to Hashem. I can reach out and know that there is no place I can go where He cannot follow. I think of a baby in the womb. It can feel scared, alone, in the dark. But it cannot go anywhere outside of its mother's embrace. I am in my Creator's womb. And it's sometimes dark, and solitary, but I can't leave it.
Stop. Breathe. Connect. This is my freedom of today.
So I invite you to find your meaning of freedom. And experience it! This Pesach is your time to leave your house of slavery, whatever it may be, and discover the gift of true cheirus!
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Smart Storage Solutions
As you wrap up your pre-Pesach cleaning, you might find that what your bedrooms really need isn't just more cleaning—but better systems. A few smart storage solutions can transform bedroom chaos into calm, keeping closets and kids' rooms organized long after the cleaning is done.
1. Over-the-door organizers for more than just shoes. In tight spaces, over-the-door shoe racks can be game changers. Use them for hair accessories, craft supplies, or small toys. Choose a clear version or label each pocket so everything stays easy to find.
2. Double hanging rods for kids' closets. If closet space is tight and only younger kids, install a second hanging rod below the first. It instantly doubles your hanging space and makes the lower rod easily accessible for little hands.
3. Shelf dividers to maintain order. Transform a messy shelf into an organized one with simple dividers. They keep stacks neat and ensure everything has its own defined space.
4. Under-bed storage for seasonal items. Under-bed storage boxes are perfect for keeping out-of-season clothing, extra bedding or less frequently used items tucked neatly out of sight.
5. Cube storage for kid-friendly organization. Both attractive and practical, cube storage is especially easy for kids to maintain. Combine fabric storage bins with a few open cubbies to keep things organized while still displaying easy-to-reach items.
6. Stuffed animal hammocks. When stuffed animals start taking over sleeping quarters, a wall-mounted hammock is a fun and functional way to keep them contained while still within reach.
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Apple Puree with Nut Crunch and Wine Reduction
Using this blend of apple varieties creates a naturally sweet compote that needs no added sugar. The subtly sweet-and-salty crunch provides the perfect textural contrast to the smooth purée, while the wine reduction ties everything together for a light, impressive dessert.
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Photography& Styling Estee Schwimmer |
Ingredients
Apple Puree
5 yellow apples
5 Cortland apples
2-3 cups water
Wine Reduction
½ cup good quality red wine
½ cup sugar
Nut Crunch
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup chopped pecans
½ tsp salt
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp oil
1 tbsp water
½ tsp cinnamon
Get the printable recipe here!
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Direction
- Peel, core, and chop apples. Place in a pot with the water and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer until the apples are very soft and falling apart, about 45 minutes. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- For the wine reduction: Combine sugar and wine in a small pot over very low heat. Cook for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until thick and reduced by half. Watch carefully—it should barely simmer without burning.
- For the crunch: Combine all crunch ingredients on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Stir, then return to the oven for an additional 5-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
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- Challenge: computer / rodent / trap
- Answer: mouse
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Challenge: hold / keeping / warming
Look out for the answer in tomorrow’s edition
Thursday's challenge: How can you add five to nine to get two?
Thursday's answer: If you add 5 hours to 9 am/pm you get 2 am/pm.
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Seder Pillows
This one’s hands-on, but the kids will love making their own Seder pillows!
Older kids can help the little ones—turning it into a fun, all-ages project everyone can enjoy together.
What You'll Need:
How to Make It:
- Kids choose their favorite felt color and cut it to size—about 8" by 16". Fold the felt in half to create an 8" square. If they want a fringed look, they can cut small, even slits along the edges before assembling. Use the glue gun to seal almost all the edges, leaving a 2" opening.
- Kids can decorate their pillows using fabric markers to write their names, draw Pesach designs, or use extra felt pieces to create matzah, wine cups, or other shapes. Add rhinestones and ribbons for extra sparkle! Older kids can sew around the edges for a finishing touch.
- Once decorated, stuff the pillow with filling until it's nice and plump. All that's left to do is glue up that final 2" opening—and wait patiently for the Seder.
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If there's ever a right time to buy an egg cooker, it's before Pesach! Cooks eggs exactly how you want them – hard-boiled, soft-boiled, poached, you name it. Make egg prep effortless!
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