Let's celebrate the 5th day of Hanukkah with Potato Latke recipe! Who doesn't love the the deliciousness of a perfectly made potato latke! I know, I do. And really don't we all love anything fried? I am sharing the recipe my family has been using since my great-grandmother maybe even longer. It's as delicious as… Continue reading ‘Easyish’ Potato Latkes
Author: Markdowns and Letdowns
Tips to Incorporate Hanukkah & Christmas
Growing up Jewish, I didn’t celebrate Christmas. Hanukkah was all I knew. I always envied those who celebrated Christmas. I wanted Santa to come to our house, I wanted a Christmas tree, I wanted to be like everyone else. I never thought I would experience Christmas. Then I married a Christian. My Christmas dreams came… Continue reading Tips to Incorporate Hanukkah & Christmas
Cyber Monday Deals – – Loft
Luckily for us, some of the Cyber Monday deals have already begun. I have some really great gift or stocking stuffers for the ladies in your life. Loft is currently 50% off their entire site including sale! Promotion code: Cyber for 50% off Statement Earrings: Crystal Geometric Drop Earrings, fun statement earrings with a twist.… Continue reading Cyber Monday Deals – – Loft
Classic finds at a Steal — Loft
Hot deals! Loft is offering 50% off everything including sale! Plus FREE shipping! Promo code: Cyber No matter the discount, I always head to the sale section. Most companies include the sale on their 'sale' so it ends up being an amazing deal. Tricks of growing up poor, always look for the deal, even if… Continue reading Classic finds at a Steal — Loft
Holiday Shopping is Under Way!
I have always loved the holidays, the cheesier the better. I love every aspect of the holidays, the traditions, Santa, decorating, Hanukkah (we celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah), dressing up and of course the shopping. This year is going to be the most fun yet with Dylan understanding more and more. She has been talking… Continue reading Holiday Shopping is Under Way!
Gift ideas — Most under $10
It's the most magical time of the year-- Holiday Sales are in full force! Black Friday is still days away. There is nothing more magical, fun, thrilling to me than a good sale! As you can imagine, it's my favorite time of the year. I found some really fun, thoughtful, charming gifts for all the… Continue reading Gift ideas — Most under $10
Gap Black Friday Markdowns
UPDATED DISCOUNTS! Right now, Gap is offering 50% off everything, including sale. Promotional codes: 50% off entire site use code BLKFRIDAY Plus an additional 10% off using Treat FREE shipping I am a big Gap/Old Navy/Banana Republic shopper especially when they have their sales. To get the most bang for your buck, here are some… Continue reading Gap Black Friday Markdowns
The Ultimate Letdown, Losing Your Home
Over the past few weeks, Southern California has been ravaged by wild fires. I have called Los Angeles my home for the last 9 years, in that time there has been many wildfires none of which have come close to where anyone I know lives. That was until the Woolsey fire. We woke up Friday,… Continue reading The Ultimate Letdown, Losing Your Home
No Letdown with my Uppababy Vista
This post is sponsored by Uppababy. All opinions are truthfully and fully my own. Before I had a baby, I didn’t understand the importance of your stroller. I thought any stroller would do. When I was pregnant, we started looking at strollers and I saw the difference between the cheaper models and the high-end ones.… Continue reading No Letdown with my Uppababy Vista
The Truth
Once upon a time, a girl and a guy worked together and became great friends (told in a previous post) Pamela and Paul AKA Pauly by our New York boss, went to lunch almost daily, happy hour once a week give or take. Texted every once in a while. Pamela and Paul(y). Paul(y) and Pamela.… Continue reading The Truth
