Oh my goodness! The next four weeks are a marathon of eating, fasting and eating more, not to mention getting dressed up, getting my kids dressed up, and did I mention three day yom tov?!?
I want to talk about dressing your kids (and you) for a 3 day yom tov. Here are some Tori's tips in no particular order:
Tori's tip 1: Check the weather, especially if you are going away! Remember, last year was a month earlier and the summery outfit that worked last year will cause hypothermia this year. Also, it might be mild in Silver Spring, MD, but downright chilly at your in-laws in Monsey, NY. And unless you are going to Israel make sure to have raingear.
Tori's tip 2: Invest in a nice robe for you and your girls. It helps preserve the "shul" clothes and is much more comfortable for outdoor eating.
Tori's tip 3: If you've exhausted your budget on your kids' clothes, at least get yourself an accessory or two to freshen up and old outfit. The right piece can make a brand new look without breaking the bank.
Tori's tip 4: 3 days is a long time for kids. Make sure to have a stock of games and books for your kids. A trip to the library and Target are a good idea. My kids love Life, Headbandz and Apples to Apples. Farkle is fun (check with your Rabbi about keeping score) and for older kids Bananagrams is great.
In my next post I will show some ideas for outfits.
