Musings
Spring Renewal
It seems that spring Might be in the air; That winter was here to stay Was my fear. I think it’s getting warmer, Although I’m not yet sure - Though it was nice out today, Do we dare ask for more? I hope that spring Is here to stay - There’s nothing like A warm and...
Spring Has Finally Sprung
Pesach is now over,No more matzah or maror or tongueHallel - praise to HashemWith joyful voices we’ve sung. V’nitz’ak, we screamed out to HashemOn top of our lungsAs the Jews fled Egypt,Their dough tightly strung. Carried on shoulders,They needed to run.No time for...
I Survived Pesach!
Pesach arrived, Whether I liked it or not My favorite time of year, Or so not. Everyday things Were put away, Locked up for safekeeping, And I had no say. Out came my pots and pans And all of my Pesach supplies. I worried that all I would eat Would be potato fries....
Out of Seder
Pesach is in the air My hardest time of year My life’s disorganized and rearranged, I’m starting to feel like I’m deranged! Things have been moved from their place, I no longer have my own space. I cannot find my stuff; As someone who’s blind, that’s really tough....
Bipolar Weather
This weather is bipolar I don’t know what to wear; This weather keeps on changing It’s gonna snow, I fear Mr. Snow, don’t you know - We’ve had enough of you! We’re tired of salting sidewalks And of shoveling, we’re through! We thought the cold was gone, When suddenly...
The Story of Purim
The month of Adar is herePurim is in the airFunny costumes we will wear!The king’s command, Vashti did not obeyShe should be killed, the advisors did say.It was carried out the very same day.Esther became queen,But kept her background unseen.Mordechai would not bow or...
Gratitude
Gratitude is a funny thing, It puts a smile on more than one face It allows you to be a taker, Without feeling like a charity case. Gratitude’s a form of giving; A cycle of give and take. It builds relationships of goodwill, And creates bonds that never break....
A Time to Grow
Tu Bshvat is here A fruit-filled time of year.The trees begin to bloom,Chasing away the gloom.Flowers and leaves will start to show,The days grow longer, this we know.Soon colors shine on every tree,A sign that life is growing free. Even when it looks asleep,New...
Compliments
Compliments are free, At no charge or expense You can make another’s day; They’re so easy to dispense If you’re looking for the good, You will surely find a bright spot. No need to dig so deep, Just give it what you got. You can try: “You have a great smile” “You...
Winter Woes
Winter is here! Heat rises through my home I huddle in my Snuggly As I sit down to write this poem Winter makes me hunker down Outside, it’s cold and gray Snowflakes swirl through the air I wish I could run out and play Snow boots warm my icy feet Down coats, fuzzy...
Tools
Perfectly Portioned
Hi! I've been looking for something like this for years, I had one a while ago but they totally stopped making them. Current conundrum - how to know how much dressing, sauce, etc. to pour, if you can't see when it looks like enough? My hunt ended in success - the...
Way Around
The Way Around Once upon a time I had to fumble my way around my kitchen. My pantry items were not labeled in braille, so how was I to know which spice bottle was garlic powder and which one was black pepper – especially when they’re both the same shape and size? Of...
Oil Spills
Oil spills are a very big deal to clean up (just ask the people who had to deal with the Gulf of Mexico 😁). To prevent that, I love this new gadget, the Jokari Self-Sealing Pour Spout! It attaches to any bottle with a wine bottle size opening, and it has this really...
Perfect Pour
Do you find yourself constantly wiping up spills that you wish didn't have to happen in the first place? We have your solution right here! Introducing the next best thing - the Jokari Milk Spout! It fits perfectly on any milk bottle, and replaces the cap. It gives you...
Gadget Girl
Gadget Your Way to Independence I am a gadget girl. My kitchen is loaded with gadgets, some big, some small – but I love ‘em all. My aim is always to make life easier, even if that means spending money on another gadget. That would explain all of the Amazon packages...
Squeaky Clean
You don't even know how much you need this! I've been using the regular dish soap where you stand there holding the bottle upside down waiting for it to come out. Introducing Dawn Powerwash, the perfect dish soap shpritz bottle! All you have to do is spray once, wipe,...
The Best Cutting Board
Slicing and chopping Are daily activities To help me do them right I need some basic necessities. I’m a pretty neat chopper, But you know I can’t see That’s why, when I cook, Pieces fly all over me. Veggie soup is yummy When the veggies are in the pot. No thanks to...
Rice Cooker – One Pot Meal
Rice should be simple to cook, but if you can't see when it's ready, you might end up with lots of burnt or undercooked, crunchy rice. Introducing the Aroma Ceramic Rice Cooker! You'll get perfect rice every time, plus you can make loads of other foods in it as well!...
Pouring Problems
Ever tried to pour juice into a cup with your eyes closed? Did you hear a splash as it overflowed? How on earth are you supposed to know when the cup is full? Introducing the Liquid Level Indicator! Rest it on your cup, container, or large bowl, pour your drink, and...
A Cut Above
I love to cook - but I don't want to live dangerously. Knife use is an integral part of food preparation. Under the best circumstances, it is easily to get a knick or small cut. Just a little slip, however, can lead to a disaster - cut fingers, blood in food, all...