After Passover + A Story Time | Orthodox Jewish Mom (Jar of Fireflies)

Passover has ended and this video is the day after Passover when I am putting my kosher kitchen back together. I show you moufletta, the traditional food eaten at the Mimouna celebration in Morocco, and take you along as I clean things up and rearrange my kitchen after the Passover holiday. I also answer the question about why we sell food for Passover and tell you all a crazy story that prevented me from filming the shlissel challah, the key challah, that is traditional to bake for the Shabbat after Passover. Thank you for coming along as I show you what like is like for me as an Orthodox Jewish mom.
Mimouna Video
• Mimouna + Moufletta Re...
00:00 Intro
01:38 Post Passover chat
03:15 Selling food over Passover chat
05:50 More post passover chat
09:25 Mimouna chat
11:01 Laundry and sippie cups
13:00 Putting the kitchen back together
14:35 Costco trip
16:56 The story time
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After Passover + A Story Time | Orthodox Jewish Mom (Jar of Fireflies)
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Hello and welcome! My name is Chana, I’m married to my best friend, and we have four wonderful children together. We also happen to be Orthodox Jews and we homeschool our kids. This video is a sneak peek into our daily lives :) You can see how this particular Jewish homeschool mom sets up her days, rolls with the punches, and gets it all done. Thanks for watching!
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[@jaroffireflies]

It’s so good to be back! We had a wonderful Passover and now we should be back to regularly scheduled videos for a while ❤

[@heretic1965]

❤

[@ArtingFromScratch]

Actually have a question- If an orthodox woman covers her hair once she is married but then she gets widowed or divorced, does she uncover her hair til she is married again?

[@jaroffireflies]

@@ArtingFromScratch great question, in my experience divorced or widowed women still cover their hair. There are of course exceptions.

[@nancyholt2509]

What a terrible ordeal for you guys. I pray that God will keep you an your family safe.

[@chayastaub-krell6601]

Baruch Hashem! I'm so happy that you and your children and the other Moms and children are safe! BH,the police arrested the people doing this! Too many times, the suspects are gone by the time the police get there. Thank you to all of the first responders who got there quickly enough to secure the area and ensure that everyone was safe!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! It was really an unsettling experience!

[@gailresko8315]

Havent logged onto your site for a while. Glad Passover was great and youre getting the house back to " normal"!! Bizarre story about the crazies at the park. Had me shook up for all of you. Thankful all are safe and police have custody of these criminals. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Gail! Nice to see you back!

[@cathyyoung5865]

Breaks my heart that a simple trip to a park turns into a nightmare. So glad everyone is safe! Love the key bread and the meaning behind it. Im loving everything Im learning about the Jewish culture from you, thank you. Loved your video as always! Sweet Bella even made an appearance.

[@jaroffireflies]

It was very unsettling for sure and makes me think twice before I go anywhere now.

[@karenjohnson5634]

Chana, that was a very scary situation and I’m so glad you and your friends were ok!! 🙏 I’m glad you had a wonderful Passover and got your kitchen back to “normal” quickly!! ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Karen!

[@deborahcarter3453]

Baby firefly is so cute. Even without seeing his face. It is so good to encourage community young girls. You do a great job of that.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you 😊

[@zezet0ni594]

Thank you Chana for considering your new subscribers and taking time to repeat explanations of your life and faith as a Jewish Wife and Mum. I can tell your love for Judaism is a gift from God; He has blessed you with a beautiful smile which you use to its fullest when explaining to gentiles such as I, who only subscribed to your channel today, the ways of traditions and your life as a Jewish wife and mother. Thank you so much again, from a Christian (Church of England) wife who prays to my Lord that he will protect Israel and wrap all its people and ALL Jews ALL around the world, in his perpetual love. God Bless 🙏🇮🇱🕊🇬🇧

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much for your kind words! And welcome! I am so glad that you are here!

[@pixiesgarden8353]

I'm so glad you, your friends, and all the kids are ok. Love and hugs to the Firefly family!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks so much!

[@cathy2142]

My day is going pretty good❤. We bought our dream condo almost 4 years ago when I was 36. We are hoping to be here for a very long time. Our neughbors are mostly 80s and 90s which i love❤. The mowers came today for us🎉

[@jaroffireflies]

Sounds like a good day! Thank you for sharing!

[@carolwhite1466]

So glad that all the moms and children are okay! For some reason you have not been in my feed forever and you’re finally back and I’m glad! I missed your videos! I didn’t realize you had to use different *everything* for Passover. So very interesting. Thank you for sharing your life and until the next video, be safe! 💛

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! Glad you found me again!

[@trishabaran1521]

Zip , zip , and zip ! Wow !you got a lot accomplished in a short time. Like the idea of putting a sheet or something over dishes. Can’t believe you used to box them all up -( that’s a lot of work) The park incident 😱 so scary . Thank God all is save & sound. I’m pleased the police could make an arrest. I’m so glad you were with others & not alone. There is safety in numbers. Sending blessings & love 💕 your way.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Trisha! 💐

[@kathiedozier5749]

Welcome back I have missed you! Love your videos and instagram posts!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kathie! It’s good to be back :)

[@welbornsh]

🙏 for continued safety for you and your family!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@mratner60]

So glad your family is safe. What a frightening ordeal. Have a happy mother's day tomorrow.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks so much!

[@mcomeslast]

I am so glad you all are ok.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you ❤️

[@mollypapazian4423]

Glad you all are safe❤!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Molly!

[@debbiestarks4975]

Welcome back! You were missed. Happy to hear you had a blessed Passover. I hope your week is filled with peace.❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! You too!

[@cathy2142]

You are a great story teller❤ glad you all are safe

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@andreabrierley9591]

So glad u, family , and friends are ok, and safe ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Andrea!

[@teresemarkl8877]

I am glad to hear that you and everyone else is safe.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Terese ❤️

[@ashextraordinaire]

So glad you and your friends and all the kids are safe!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@user-gs3fm2rh3j]

Wow! I am so grateful you all are okay.❤️

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@kaydublin5164]

Been missing you, hope your holiday was filled with peace.😊Congratulations on 45k

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much Kay!

[@BettyHorn]

Holy cow! So grateful you and yours are fine, as are the rest of your group! May you have a blessed and beautiful week!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! You too!

[@HappyGirl4666]

Happy you all had a great Passover ! Holidays are so nice but so is routine !

[@jaroffireflies]

You’re so right! ☺️ Yes, we had a lovely Passover

[@elizabethmartineau-marshal341]

Wow, what a story! I'm glad that you all are okay.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Elizabeth!

[@jennelle.v]

So glad that you and everyone are safe! That’s a scary situation. 🌻

[@jaroffireflies]

Indeed 💐

[@kristinmiller4779]

Good morning Chana and firefly kiddos ❤. Glad your Passover was beautiful ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Good morning Kristin ❤️💐

[@judithburdine4910]

Thank God you are all ok.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Judith!

[@traceyp6333]

Hugs to you and your family

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Tracey!

[@susandougherty3061]

Glad everyone is safe, enjoy your Video. Hope you had a wonderful weekend💐

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Susan!

[@martinelanglois3158]

Really glad you are all safe. Have a peaceful week 💚

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! You too!

[@maralisil]

You are such an amazing mom and teacher! You keep a beautiful home ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much!

[@KathleenSpaine]

So glad to hear you had a wonderful Passover! I am so sorry for the incident at the park.....it must have been so scary. Thanks goodness the place responded quickly and took care of the situation. Enjoy the rest of your week.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kathleen!

[@Emmahb8]

I am so glad that you and your friends are okay and safe. Thank you so much for the video. Hope you had a good Shabbat.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@willsmom93]

Wow! What a story! Be safe.

[@jaroffireflies]

❤️❤️❤️

[@janehall3910]

I’m very thankful you are all safe! That was a very crazy situation. I hope those people get whatever help they need. Have a great week!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@debbiesnavely4676]

So glad all are safe. So frightening .

[@jaroffireflies]

❤❤❤

[@zakiyasmith5390]

Glad everyone is safe and ok also it’s good that you explained to your kids the dangers and the precautions that need to be taken and also what to do in case of an emergency

[@jaroffireflies]

❤❤❤

[@candicewiggins166]

I love the sippy cup idea!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I helped me a lot for sure :)

[@sarahfarrell8214]

Hi Chana, I'm so happy you're back! I'm so sorry you had to experienced something so scary with your family. Thank God you're family is okay! Stay safe!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Sarah!

[@heatherwilson9717]

Wow! So glad everyone was okay.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Heather!

[@SusanP674]

That must have been a very unsettling event at the park, I am glad everyone is safe. Thank you for sharing your life with us 💙

[@jaroffireflies]

Unsettling is a perfect word for it.

[@kathychaves1814]

chana im praying you and your fam& friends are safe and secure from these storms. miss seeing you often....

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kathy!

[@lmmartin959]

So glad your family was safe. Golly!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@josephkavanagh5221]

I hope that you had a joyous and spiritual Pesach! Your videos are phenomenal! You were missed last week.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Joseph!

[@debbiec4224]

So thankful your day ended well. What a scary situation! You all came together as a group and provided wonderful information to the police though. Thankful your friends and kids and everyone made it home safely! I always give your video a thumbs up before watching. I know it will be a good one. Your challah key loos amazing. I bet it was good! Hope the rest of your week was a good one! 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! I am so grateful also. Hope you are having a wonderful week!

[@joybellamy5561]

So thankful that you and the kids and all the families are OK I had tears in my eyes just thinking about it. I’m so glad the kids s are safe you children so good and listen you tell them that Joy said she’s so proud of them.❤ Please forgive any mistakes. Siri writes for me.

[@jaroffireflies]

It’s so much to think how close we came to being in that parking lot first. I’m so glad all our friends are ok especially the family that had the first interaction with them

[@63Littlemouse]

Hi Chana, I hope you had a wonderful Passover 🥰 Putting your kosher kitchen back together again is like a spring clean, everything clean neat & tidy again, very satisfying 😊What an awful experience you at the Nature Reserve, so scary & frightening, thank G-d you, your friends & all the children remained safe. 🤗 Clare x

[@jaroffireflies]

It is like a spring clean! I purged a few items in the process and rearranged a td so it felt super productive! ❤❤❤ Thanks Clare!

[@MamaHilker]

Chana, my heart was just racing as you were telling that story. So happy that it turned out the way it did for the best admit nobody was harmed, Baruch Hashem. Love your videos and the way you explain things. All the best wishes to you and your family. 🔯🤗

[@jaroffireflies]

It was very unsettling for sure! Thank you for your kind words :)

[@sheliamaynus9869]

Wow. Glad everybody's okay.

[@jaroffireflies]

Me too ❤

[@dianebondhus9355]

Wow, scary situation! I'm glad everyone's ok. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Me too! It was definitely scary. I’m so glad all our friends are ok

[@marshadewey7432]

😊 blessings.

[@susankelty4814]

BH you, the kids, your friends are all safe 💟

[@jaroffireflies]

❤❤❤

[@debbiestarks4975]

Wow! What a frightening thing at the park! So happy everything turned out ok for you.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks so much!

[@victoriaperkins7219]

Yes! Place a tea towel /sheet over the dishes and other items placed up there. Honest, I do this, it works and it's a time/work saver..

[@monikatonsor9530]

Greetings from central Illinois. Praise God you and the children are safe. The key challah looks amazing, and surely tasted good, too. You didn’t mention the weather in your video, but I’ve been hearing about the torrential rains in your part of the world. Hope you continue to be safe from rain/flood. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Monika! We have had some big rain storms and some fun thunder but thankfully nothing worse than that :) You are so thoughtful!

[@dawnhughes6588]

Lovely to see you, you've been missed. X

[@jaroffireflies]

🤗

[@cocorunny6597]

you always amaze me how quickly you get your kit hen back to normal. I know the video is sped up but still all that before 9am. 👏

[@jaroffireflies]

I work fastest when the kids are still asleep or at least just in another room :)

[@alhetcis1578]

Hey, thanks for being a nice person living the best life you can. I appreciate you sharing your life, your cleaning videos help me be motivated. I don’t agree with everything you say or do or believe but I love just hearing about your life . Thanks!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@miriamghershenzon4599]

Also admire your decision to keep out of box your dishes, I have a closet in my kitchen, so easy, just I keep everything in clear plastic bags, so easy and keeps everything dust free,hatzlacha raba, and have a a healthy summer ☀️

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Miriam

[@RochelWaldman]

Hi Chana! I missed you so much! I looked a couple x on my feed to make sure I didn't miss your video. I am sure you were busy like all of us. I only got our home back to regular this past Shabbat and we had 1 day Chag which means it ended Monday night. Sometimes it takes longer to unpack and refill the house. Onward! Baby FF. got really tall! Such a big boy! Your Key challah came out really nice! The story in the car / park was really scary. You are very lucky that the police came quickly.It's important now to be very aware of your surroundings and just be aware. Have a great week!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much Rochel! Hope you had a wonderful chag! Thank you for your kind words :)

[@theresadavis4885]

How scarey!!! So glad your friends are safe and all of you are safe!!!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Theresa! Me too ❤️

[@hoosierlady3085]

I'm so Thankful everything turned out ok and the police officers got there so quickly! Blessings!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@kathy3178]

So thankful everyone is okay and the police caught those two. So glad you were able to have your challah class. Sounds a good time and great way to get your mind off the earlier events.

[@jaroffireflies]

Yes it was!

[@janetlongislandsticher]

Wow that was scary, I'm so glad that everything is ok and they got those people. Happy Passover belated.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Janet ❤️

[@zzzprinky]

Thank God all of you and your friends are okay!

[@jaroffireflies]

❤❤❤

[@narelleworks8448]

Wow!

[@ednahenrich3627]

What a horrific situation. Glad no one was injured and it ended well.❤

[@jaroffireflies]

I feel the same Edna ❤

[@suzycrmchz]

What a scary time at the park! Wow! I’m glad you were all fine!❤️

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you 🤗

[@mcomeslast]

Yes! Coffee spot was the first thing I put back. Getting ready to make some coffee syrup now.

[@jaroffireflies]

Have fun! ❤️

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Your pantry is so impressive!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Frieda! Its been a game changer in our kitchen for sure

[@kymcoote6769]

So so glad you and the kids are safe!! 🇦🇺💙💕💙💙🤗🎬

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks so much!

[@donnacameron4515]

Wow what a scary situation, so glad you were all safe. 🙏

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Donna!

[@melangegirl]

WOW Chana, that was super scary real life. I am so glad that everyone is alright and that the cops acted fast. Thank you for another video.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! And thank you for being here!

[@oliwiarak263]

Whoah! What a scary situation! Happy U got home safe

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@stephaniegifford2020]

You are an amazing lady.

[@jaroffireflies]

That is so kind of you to say 😊 Thank you

[@juliedavies7141]

Glad you’re back Chana, but what a scary time for you at the park, thank goodness you are all safe. I don’t know how you were able to bake bread when you got home, I think I’d have been a nervous wreck. Hope you have an uneventful week 🙏💜🙏💜

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@virginiamahon2863]

What a harrowing situation. I'm glad all worked out. Thanks for still filming. I'm glad you were able to get your house back together. Just a suggestion - they sell quilted plate bags for storing dishes. You can put a whole stack in there and just zip it closed. It's great for keeping the dust off and doesn't take up a lot of room. Take care.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much for your kind words and for the suggestion!

[@medicgurl23]

I love how you flipped the paper towel roll around. I also have to have the toilet paper/paper towel rolls that way 🤣.

[@jaroffireflies]

LOL It bothered me so I felt I had to

[@user-yb9ub5lk5u]

I am SO glad you are back! I’ve been going through Fire Fly withdrawal 😂

[@jaroffireflies]

Awwww :) Its good to be back!

[@dawnbaker9274]

So glad y'all are okay. Mental illness is a real concern. Glad your Passover was good. Like your executive decisions. I'm all for making life easier especially when you have kids.❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Dawn!

[@daisydedication2890]

Hope you had a wonderful Passover , I’m so sorry you and your friends had to deal with that scary encounter in the park glad the police came as soon as they did hopefully you won’t ever have to deal with that again

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much!

[@Msfeathers7]

I am always watching when I go anywhere. It's so sad to have to live like this. But that's the way things are now. Glad God took care of all of you.

[@jaroffireflies]

Can't be too careful!

[@kathleencasella4703]

Wow, how scary for you. God sure watched over you all. I enjoy all your videos; they’re always informative.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kathleen!

[@louiseblondin2824]

As long as you are all safe, it's the only thing that matters ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Louise

[@janithgottfried8320]

What a terrifying situation! I am so glad you are all okay. We have had situations here also, luckily the children were safe, but the man and woman involved got away. Apparently they tried multiple times in multiple locations and were unsuccessful so they left. If possible the moms stay in pairs and groups with the children. Glad your new arrangements are working for you! As always a pleasure to watch and learn.......

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Janith! I am so glad everyone is ok too :)

[@mags102755]

So glad you and the kids are ok Chana. There is a terrible epidemic of mental illness threatening this country and others. I'm glad you had a happy Pesach. Your kitchen is put back together nicely. Lots of love.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you for your kind words ❤️ I believe drugs were also a part of what was going on there.

[@marykoufalis7666]

Not that I don't disagree with you, but i'm wondering if this is more of a case of them wanting to abduct a child to use for child trafficking.

[@shawndavis824]

So glad your family’s Passover was wonderful. I am so glad you and all your friends and their children are safe. Thank you Lord! That must have been so scary! My heartbeat picked up as you were telling it. I told my children (and now my grands) -if you can’t see me, I can’t see you. I want(ed) them to play freely but safely! There are so many dangers and people suffering from mental health issues are at an all time high. Prayers continue for Israel and all the craziness taking place these days. Know that my family stands with Israel 🇮🇱. Until next week-have a wonderful week and blessed Shabbat.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Shawn! It was so very unsettling. I say that all the time to my kids too (if you can’t see me, I can’t see you). It is so hard to balance the freely and safely these days.

[@donnaschweitzer4681]

Beautiful color on you!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Donna :)

[@meredithkamm]

First off, Baby firefly has gotten so big! Your story is insane. How scary! Thankfully everyone was safe when it ended.

[@jaroffireflies]

He is such a toddler now!

[@jeaniecollins295]

Very glad you are all safe . Bet mr fireflies was worried. Dont worry about not recording . There is always another time . Passover is a big job . Thanks for explaining what happens to the food . Never knew that . How the library going? Again glad all is safe . Real nut people are out there . ❤😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Jeanie! The library is going great. Hoping to open soon!

[@lmmartin959]

I am glad you had a housekeeper come help you after passover.

[@jaroffireflies]

Me too :) Such a blessing

[@heretic1965]

What a super beautiful , busy, and Stressful ( the park ) week you seemed to have. Did the baby go grocery shopping in the pantry with his cart ?🥰OMGSH all the feels .. Sending love and Blessings to y’all.

[@jaroffireflies]

He just loves pushing things around!!! I should probably get him a little shopping cart! He would love that! Thanks for the idea!

[@sarahmennucci7440]

Glad that everyone is safe. Take care some crazy people out here. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Sarah!

[@FrenchyTaylor]

Hej Chana, while you were putting your house back together, I was doing my spring cleaning and that leading me to speculate if spring cleaning was a kind of continuation of the Passover transition . What a scary ting that happened to you and your friend, happy to hear that you were all ok.

[@jaroffireflies]

I have wondered that myself but I think its totally separate. Spring cleaning traditionally involved things like washing walls and curtains etc because of soot from fires from winter heating I believe.

[@mariahahn-silva7132]

Greetings, Chanita! How gratifying it must feel to have your house look the way you take care of it with focus, love and care. While it seems unsettling to have such an awful incident occur so close to you regarding children, you and others in the community took quick action. Trusting that you are thankful to your divine intelligence for taking quick actions with awareness and grounded, others were alerted. And it was taken care of. This is another experience that you, thankfully, shared with your beloved children and it makes them aware of reality that surrounds us all. You and your family are indeed blessed. May you proceed with a given clarity, awareness and protection by the Almighty. And I love how the Toddler Firefly is so chatty!! Happy trails...

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Maria! You are so kind

[@user-do3gy4cr9l]

מזמור לתודה🙏🏻

[@damealeta3541]

OMG That story from the park was terrifying and I wasn't even there! Glad you are all safe. With the stupidity happening on college campuses right now who could know what might be happening if you couldn't see the parking lot. The bread looks delicious!!! We purposely avoid bread because I find I will eat way too much! Glad you're safe, the kiddos are safe and remember I'm always keeping your family and those in Israel in my prayers. 💚🕊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much!!!

[@sandragallo2283]

Hello from Ohio….love learning about your life

[@jaroffireflies]

Awesome! Thank you!