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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]

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[@txmap]

Fellow homeschooling mom here. Thank you for not editing out the mess. Watching you clear a spot at the breakfast table for your morning prayers made me smile, because I can totally relate. 😄 May you and your family be blessed with a sweet year this Rosh Hashanah.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much 💜 yes, lol the table was sticky too!

[@rinadorfman6799]

Amen, what great videos! Thank you.

[@robinkohl9827]

I’m visiting Israel right now from Florida. I’ve thought about you many times. I’m a Christian and visiting as a pilgrimage, but live the Jewish history I’ve learned. It is a beautiful country.

[@jaroffireflies]

Enjoy your visit!

[@kimberlyadams6613]

@robinkohl9827- how wonderful!! I’m a Catholic with Jewish ancestry and I would love to do this someday!

[@ednahenrich3627]

Glad you are feeling better. Hope your Shabbat was blessed.

[@BrowneyedGirlmjd]

Um.. I think I can speak for the entire JoF family when I say, #AllCapsAlertSorryNotSorry, YOUR VIDEOS ARE NEVER BORING. Your Shabbat dress is stunning!!

[@jaroffireflies]

❤️❤️❤️ thank you so much 😊

[@sheenamaclean8324]

I thought that too, it was beautiful!

[@robertabray-enhus3198]

Look at your littlest firefly helping loading the dish washer with mom ❤

[@awesomodocimo]

8:26 It’s important for me to say that converts outside of Orthodox Judaism do align with their respective movement’s view of Jewish Law. It’s a question of which community a covert wants to be a part of and the requirements of that community. If you want to be Orthodox, then do an Orthodox conversion; if you want to be Conservative, then do a Conservative conversion, etc. Pointing out this nuance matters when speaking to a wider audience that may meet converts from non-Orthodox movements. Just saying these people aren’t Jews because they aren’t in Orthodoxy doesn’t quite address how many different communities are living Judaism according to their view of Jewish Law. It may not be your view, but, in their well established Jewish communities, these converts are Jews according to Jewish Law. In any case, I always enjoy your videos and appreciate you sharing your life with us 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Hello! I understand where you are coming from, however I was asked my views on the matter specifically, and answered accordingly. I converted Reform before converting orthodox and have spoken about that here on my channel. I was fully accepted by the reform movement at that time. But there are also no standard practices / laws for conversion in the reform movement. And Jewish law has not changed, so while the reform movement has made their own rules or traditions for certain things, even the reform rabbi who did my conversion would be the first to tell you that my reform conversion was not done according to Jewish law.

[@chayastaub-krell6601]

L'shana tova u'metucha tikateivu Chana, Mr. Firefly and all the little Fireflies! May you only have simchas, nochos, brochos, parnossa and good health!

[@jaroffireflies]

Amen! Thank you!!!!! ❤️👑🍎🍯 Shana Tova!!!!

[@jessicaburali2295]

Chana, I love how you start your videos with morning coffee, prayers, and that beautiful music. Hola from Cuernavaca, Mexico

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Jessica ❤️

[@blkwyng79]

I’m Christian but I find your videos sooo inspiring and relaxing! Your Shabbat outfit in this one is so pretty!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad these videos resonate with you!

[@AussieWalkabout74]

You are very welcome to visit us all down here in Aussie!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Maybe one day!

[@lisalowery4849]

Hoping for the best for your husband's family in Morocco. I'm thinking of your family throughout this nightmare.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! You’re very thoughtful. All my husband’s family has moved out of Morocco so this has not affected us personally.

[@lisalowery4849]

That is good to know as I have thought about it a lot. It's good to know they are all safe. They may have friends they are worried about.

[@mcomeslast]

Thanks! I found that letter in English and I’m going to go over it as well. L’Shana Tovah!

[@jaroffireflies]

That’s amazing! Enjoy!

[@christinewordley4570]

Thanks for another enjoyable video. I hope none of Mr. Firefly's family have been affected by the earthquake in Morocco. Kindest regards from Germany.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! All of Mr firefly’s family has moved out of Morocco so they were not personally affected by the earthquake

[@chayastaub-krell6601]

Yes, I was worried about that too! Thank you for letting us know!

[@nikosvik1]

Always enjoy the Q and A sessions.

[@jaroffireflies]

So glad to hear that!

[@cherylp.7882]

You're my favorite vlogger. I've been taking a break from KZbin and spend that time reading. I make an exception for your vlogs. ❤ The phrase "that's okay" has become my motto, it really is okay. Thank you for your vlogs and everything i learn about Judaism.

[@jaroffireflies]

Aw thank you so much!!!!! 💜💜💜

[@clareu9539]

Go you for prioritising your reading! I agree Chana's videos are always a beneficial use of time. Wholesome, fun, and educational.

[@chayastaub-krell6601]

Your "that's okay!" is great for me too! It helps for when I'm overwhelmed by the family's "stuff" and keeps my anxiety down. When things get tough, I think of you and say, that's okay. It really does work.

[@michaelurvoy]

Hello, Chana! I hope that you and your family are well. It has been a while since I have caught a video. I have been finishing my degree, and I passed with flying colours BH, so it was all worth it.

[@jaroffireflies]

Welcome back! Very nice to see you again! And congratulations! Very exciting to be finishing that up!!!

[@FennecTheRabbit]

Congrats on your degree! 🎉

[@michaelurvoy]

@@jaroffireflies Thank you. I really appreciate it!

[@michaelurvoy]

@@FennecTheRabbit Thank you!

[@dawnbaker9274]

Absolutely adore your "helper" 😍 Thanks again for another Q&A.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you for being here!

[@janehall3910]

Hi Chana. I’m glad you’re feeling better, especially with the Holidays almost here. My husband and I spent a month in Scotland last year. We went for my husband’s family clan meeting, and the place blew me away. I didn’t want to leave, ever. I long to be there, every day. It’s like the wee faeries sprinkled magic on me, or something! 😂😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Amazing!!!!!

[@TheZyarok]

Thank you for another great video! Wishing you a shana tova!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! 💐

[@grievousangelic]

Have you ever thought about getting a salad spinner for your lettuce and other veggies? That might be a great shortcut for you to get the bugs out of some of your leafy vegetables. Spin out the veggies and pour out the water with all the debris, including the bugs. I don't know how it would work for brussels sprouts, but it might be effective. Love the video as always! Shalom! ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much for the suggestion! I don’t have one of those :)

[@erinfernow1810]

I love watching all your videos. You give just the right amount of variety. It’s amazing to see how much your children have changed over the course of you posting. I know you talk about how you like to listen to podcast. I’ve got one for you to listen to. It’s called Holy Ghost Stories. Now I will say this is hosted by a friend of my who is Christian, but his whole podcast is telling stories from the Old Testament. Specifically loving this last season about the Exodus from Egypt.

[@kathy3178]

Watching sweet baby firefly helping you with the dishwasher brought back some wonderful memories from when my daughter was his age.

[@jaroffireflies]

Love it!

[@goatvomit]

I'm only about a minute in so far, but I just want to thank you for all the effort you put into your videos. All the camera angles you use look so good and I love the way the shots flow together piece by piece so nicely. You make it look so effortless, like there's multiple cameras in the room already set up while you do your routine. The time you put into filming and editing everything pays off every time in my eyes because everything looks so dang good. Anyway, back to watching! ✨ I hope you and your family had a fantastic Shabbat!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you sooooo much!!!! I really appreciate you saying that 😊

[@melanies8561]

Everytime I hear that beeping Sound, I check my libre. 😂 Always very confused. Same with the Omnipod. Just changed my Pod, Started KZbin and saw the Box in your table.

[@Willowinthewinds]

Thank you for your video, I love your weekly uploads!

[@jaroffireflies]

You are so welcome! Thank you for being here!

[@vesnastihovic7014]

I did it! My first time in orthodox synagogue at the service! 🤗 I promised you that I was going to tell you how it was, and it was marvelous! I regret that it hadn't happened sooner. 😊 Amazing people, amazing community.. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

That’s amazing!!!! I’m so happy for you!!!!! Thank you soooo much for taking the time to come back and tell me! I appreciate it so much!!!!

[@vesnastihovic7014]

​@@jaroffirefliesShanah tovah to you and your family! All my best! ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

@@vesnastihovic7014 Shana tova to you as well!!! 👑🍯🍎❤️

[@sherriroberson542]

I love how positive you are!! Thank you for sharing your life with us!!

[@jaroffireflies]

☺️☺️☺️

[@FennecTheRabbit]

Your videos are probably one of the best parts of my Monday. Also baby Firefly helping with the dishes was the absolute cutest thing. My feelings on anger: the feeling is ok, feelings to me are neutral, it’s how you react that matters. But also anger to me is a “gatekeeper” emotion and there is something else underneath (fear, sadness, etc.) Oh, what was the link to the place you get pajamas from? I didn’t see it in the description (there is a non zero chance I’m overlooking it)

[@jaroffireflies]

I totally forgot to include the link! I just added it into the description! It’s a shop called Ellwi

[@hollyperry7745]

Oh my goodness! Your outfit with the floral dress and hair covering looks beautiful! ❤😊 I love your videos! 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️

[@erbearthgarden3658]

Your Shabbot dress is GOURGOUS and you look like queen ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@saulberdugo8320]

Thanks!

[@saulberdugo8320]

Really love your channel ! Shana tova for you and your family ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so incredibly much!!!! I really appreciate you and this means so much to me!!!!!

[@saulberdugo8320]

My pleasure 😊

[@nukathecat4319]

I always love your videos.

[@jaroffireflies]

I'm so glad! Thank you!

[@esthers6014]

Shalom Chana, I wanted to wish you L’Shanah Tovah before it gets too busy. May your coming year be replete with goodness - especially health, happiness and livelihood, in great abundance! - for you and for your loved ones, and for the entire world! ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Amen! Thank you so much!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kristinmiller4779]

Good morning Chana and Firefly kiddos ❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Good morning! 🌞

[@maggieaddison3844]

Your videos are never boring! I love and appreciate all the time and effort you put into your videos! 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!!! ❤️

[@jeannenabozny5675]

I finally made the Moroccan fish. Soooo good. Left over veggies n sauce reused with chicken breast the next day. ( It did mot taste fishy. ) hope to make this often. Thank you for sharing this.

[@jaroffireflies]

So very glad that you enjoyed!!!!

[@HappyGirl4666]

Oh Chana! You look so lovely that dress is beautiful!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@alexandrawelk7365]

Hello Chana ! Hoping you are well and nodody of your husband's family has beeb affected by the earthquake in Morokko. Kind regards from Switzerland from Alexandra

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! His family has all moved away from Morocco so it did not affect us

[@lindamundy3812]

Good to see you and glad that you are feeling better.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@chimdinmachukwu6051]

Hi Chana! How precious, baby fire fly…🩷

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you 🤗

[@shawndavis824]

So glad to hear you are feeling better. Being a sick momma is never easy-still have momma stuff to do while not feeling well is hard. You have he cutest little helper with the dishes. Have a blessed week and restful Shabbat and the most blessed Rosh Hashanah.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Shawn!

[@BrendaJones492]

Great video Chana! You look beautiful for Shabbat.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much 😊

[@wildwitchazel]

Im obsessed with your Shabbat dress! You look great. 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@marydarby6740]

I love the idea of Scentbird! I’m going to look into a subscription!

[@Jverburgh]

Howdy! Boy, you have the best answers to the questions. Still love watching your channel.

[@jaroffireflies]

Glad you like them! Thank you so much 💜

[@sianwilliams8179]

Your Shabbat outfit is stunning this week, you look so beautiful x

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@aprilmapp3140]

Good to hear your feeling better.i enjoyed this again x

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks so much 😊

[@H2_O2]

Shanah Tovah, dear Chana & family, for the upcoming holiday of Rosh Hashanah and the new year 5784!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@janithgottfried8320]

So glad you are feeling better! Enjoy Shabbat and as always, a pleasure to watch and learn.....

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Janith! 💜

[@janiesmys461]

I love hearing the baby.

[@rinanicole2174]

Enjoy your real life videos 🙂 You always look lovely and I love your Shabbat outfits!! Hope you are back to good health! I hope your week is filled with Joy as Rosh Hashanah draws near😊.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@martinelanglois3158]

Thank you for the video. Don't worry. You are never boring! Love the scarf and shabbat dress 🧡🖤

[@jaroffireflies]

Oh thank you! 💜💜💜

[@phyllismandelbaum5550]

A k'siva v'chasima tova for a happy, healthy and prosperous new year! My husband and I will be in Israel for Yom Kippur and Succos to be with 2 of our daughters and most of our grandchildren. So exciting. It's a comfort trip for me after the petira of my mom over the summer. Then we go to Chicago to visit my third daughter and grandchildren. Being with family is extremely important to me right. One of the reasons I enjoy your channel is because of the family theme. Your channel is so wholesome!! Enjoy your family and Yom Tov.

[@jaroffireflies]

Safe travels! Shana tova!

[@AishesChayil]

Hi Chana, just wanted to wish you and your family a Shana Tova !! Have a beautiful Yom Tov.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@Lightsaber360]

I hope you're feeling better.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I am!

[@Rose-ip2xu]

Chana, I so appreciate this video and your honesty. Thank you!

[@jaroffireflies]

❤️❤️❤️

[@gothgirlatheart3545]

I loved this video :) Ive been absent for two months trying to take care of my health and its been nice seeing you again :)

[@jaroffireflies]

So very nice to see you again! I hope you are well ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@uleubner]

After hearing about the earthquake in Morocco this weekend, I got to wondering if your husband's family/friends who live there are okay. Would you mind doing a video on this? Suggestions for reputable aide, relief and recovery agencies and programs would also be helpful. Ideally, groups that only have boots on the ground, and ideally, locals who would know local needs and work with the community, rather than just foreigners rushing in who may not know local needs and customs.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much for your concern! That’s so thoughtful of you. We no longer have any family living in Morocco so the earthquake has not affected us personally.

[@mags102755]

Chana I'm glad you're feeling better. As always, great questions, great answers. Happy Shabbat. Hugs.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@julielanderjensen480]

Hi Chana ❤️ Im always looking forward to see your videos on mondays, lovely start for a new week ❤️

[@jaroffireflies]

Yay! Thank you!

[@leahlw2853]

Great video! If you are taking questions for another Q&A - what does Mr. Firefly do for prayers (specifically re: making a minyan) when you are out camping /in a cabin on family vacations?

[@jaroffireflies]

Great question! If he’s camping, he would have to pray alone. On vacations, he will see if a minyan is in the area (often there are) and he will go there.

[@leahlw2853]

@@jaroffireflies thanks for answering! I love that there's flexibility for the kind of vacation I know you love to take, and I'm imagining that a guest popping into a local minyan on vacation is warmly welcomed and a fun added dimension to the adventure :)

[@kimberlyadams6613]

Chana- your dress for Shabbat is lovely!

[@jaroffireflies]

Oh thank you!

[@RochelWaldman]

Shana Tova U'metuka to all the Firefly Family! I am glad you are feeling better! May you all be written In Hashem's Book for a healthy and Happy new year. Be'sefer Chaim Tovim U'lshalom. Love from Israel.

[@jaroffireflies]

Amen! Thank you!!!! Shana tova u’metuka!!!!!

[@marybee4734]

HELLO CHANA,THOSE WERE GOOD Q&A THAT BABY FIREFLY 👶 ALWAYS TRYING TO HELP YOU😊 YOU LOOK SO PRETTY AT THE END YOU ALWAYS DO 🥰🦋🦋🦋🌻🌻🌻🐝

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@laurettapelletier7679]

I always love your headbands and your message❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you 😊

[@janicebone6191]

Hi Chana, pleased you are feeling better. Baby Firefly is getting quite big and into all sorts. Hope you have a wonderful Shabbat, love from Cornwall, uk xxx

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Janice!

[@janicebone6191]

❤xx

[@loristoner851]

I look forward all week for your vlog. Happy you are feeling better😊 Always informative and always a pleasure💜

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much 😊

[@dianebondhus9355]

I hope you're back to feeling your best soon! ❤💐

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@miriamghershenzon4599]

It is to good to see you, refua shleima, Wishing you and your family A gut gebencht yar, Ktiva v'chatima tovah, ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much 😊

[@macintyredunning]

hey Chana! Great video!, I love the mixed format of Q&A and Shabbat prep day!! I love to hear more of your self learning and managing anger. It’s something I suffer with and menopause is not helping!! I’d love to hear your tips and tricks into dealing with this. Lots of love to you all x x ps oh and your Shabbat dress is gorgeous!! You looking stunning!!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you for your kind words! For the anger advice, the best advice I read was in a letter from the Ramban to his son, and he said to speak gently to all people at all times. That little tidbit has been life changing :) And of course, asking G-d for help!

[@catherinenunan3584]

I am sorry to hear you have been sick, you could hear that you were slightly croaky before you had a rest. Oh, it is not easy to do with a family but I am glad that they were not unwell also. The dress you wore at the end is so pretty on you. Iris asked me last week why we use placemats, coasters and napkins. I like that she has noticed. We had a good chat about manners and setting the table, why I like a vase of flowers and then she said "It just makes us feel better Grandma." My heart was full. Do your kids mention this sort of thing?

[@jaroffireflies]

Awww I love see that! She’s so observant and thoughtful! My kids definitely ask “why” a lot :) I love it too!!!

[@63Littlemouse]

Hi Chana, I do hope you are now back to 100% health 🤗 Once again interesting Q&A and motivational Shabbat prep 😊You looked lovely all dressed ready for Shabbat, I did wonder what that baseball was doing floating on the screen 🤣 til you mentioned the children trying to get in shot, cheeky monkeys 🥰

[@jaroffireflies]

Lolol yes! That was a child peeking around the corner! I didn’t notice and couldn’t cut all that out lol

[@kristinmiller4779]

Love your vlogs with a good Q&A!!❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Yay! Thank you!

[@user-do3gy4cr9l]

💕 שנה טובה ומבורכת. דרישת שלום מישראל...

[@jaroffireflies]

💜💜💜

[@jolinbarilla2229]

Thank you again for an informative live.

[@jaroffireflies]

My pleasure!

[@kaydublin5164]

Chana, I enjoy your channel so much, I’m gonna take your anger advice to heart, I’m trying to mellow in my old age( 58), but it ain’t easy😂Baby FF is so cute, he’s getting so big. Have a wonderful week.😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Aw thank you so much for sharing! I really appreciate that!

[@tanasay]

I love your beautiful dress!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@rissylantz4072]

Just came to say Hi lol. And come to Vancouver to visit very big Jewish community here. Have a great week my friend ❤️

[@jaroffireflies]

Vancouver is such a great place! So beautiful!

[@sigridboschmans767]

He is walking??? O I really loved the combination of q and a and a video

[@jaroffireflies]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@debbiecrouch709]

Nice video as always happy your feeling better!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@AnneTaylor-kk8ze]

Thank you for another wonderful insight into your lifestyle,i enjoy your videos very much SHALOM CHANA

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you kindly!!!

[@angelawilson4868]

I LOVE your dress Chana! It's beautiful ❤ you look amazing 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

You’re so kind thank you!

[@giuliamotta628]

I love your Shabbat outfit

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@saulberdugo8320]

Have a happy sweet new year 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@karenjohnson5634]

Must have been something sticky on the table! You’re like me, I can’t stand my hands to be sticky! 😂😂 I have to clear off my table too, most days! ❤ So glad you are feeling better! I also love your Shabbat dress! So pretty and flattering!!! 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Yes lol sticky table! Fruit I think :)

[@karenjohnson5634]

@@jaroffireflies😂

[@debbiec4224]

Hi Chana! I love your shabbat dress..very pretty! Loved the video. Lots of good questions. Loved seeing baby firefly..such a cutie and getting big. Question..do you dress baby firefly for shabbat? Your videos are never boring! I look forward to Mondays! Are you getting ready for Rosh Hashanah? I hope your shabbat went well and you are having a great week. 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much 🤗 Yes, we do dress baby firefly a bit nicer for Shabbat. He has some nicer rompers that we save for Shabbat. So they are definitely baby clothes and nothing uncomfortable, but just a bit nicer than his normal onesies or pajamas. You’re very kind to say my videos are never boring thank you!!! Yes, we are getting ready for Rosh Hashanah! Very excited!!!!

[@jolene-vm8yg]

Beautiful dress

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@MaureenDrees]

I just finished watching your video, thank you. I’m not sure of the proper wording, so please excuse any inadvertent mistakes, but I hope that you and your family have a blessed Rosh Hosannah.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Maureen! 💜💜💜

[@kathleencasella4703]

Hi. Happy Shabbat.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@lynnpotter7100]

This is completely off topic, but I see many beautiful crochet blankets, does someone make them for you?😊 thank you for sharing and explaining things very enjoyable

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you for your kind words! The quilted blankets are mostly made by my mother, and the crocheted blankets are either gifts, or made by my grandmother.

[@KitnFrance]

I love these Q&A's - How did you go about telling your family that you were converting? We are just about to begin our conversion journey and I am really struggling with how to tell my family or even when.

[@jaroffireflies]

So glad you enjoyed these! I just got together with my family and told them. I did it when I was positive I was going to do it, and didn't wait too long to do it either. I think each family dynamic is different, so its hard to give much advice.

[@asugirlgonenerdy]

Hi, Chana! I love your channel and your content so much-I’m a goyish gal in the Midwest who just loves learning about how people experience the world and find joy and meaning in their daily routines. I wonder if you could recommend an Ashkenaz orthodox creator who has a roughly similar style to yours, just to get a similar sense of how they observe Jewish customs/law/child-rearing/food preparation/holidays/etc. Thank you and happy new year in a few days!

[@jaroffireflies]

Hello and thank you so much for your kind words! I don’t know of any Ashkenaz KZbinrs but there may be some out there. Sorry I can’t help you there!

[@none4530]

Woah shout out to Scotland! It's a small Jewish community here but a great one and you'd be very welcome anytime. Glasgow (where I am) and Edinburgh both have small Orthodox communities. Sadly only one Kosher restaurant in the country though.

[@jaroffireflies]

One day I really do hope to make it there!!!

[@gj6209]

Hi Chana! Great informative video! I have a request for an idea for a video from you! 😁. At the beginning of this video, you videoed in front of your large bookshelf. Could you go over what those books are and how they are used? ( I assume it’s a library on your lifestyle, beliefs and religion)! 👍❤️🌹

[@jaroffireflies]

So glad you enjoyed! I’ve been meaning to do a bookshelf tour in that room so stay tuned!

[@sashh2263]

I love how messy your house looks. We have an expression, "lived in", your house perfectly reflects that, it is a sort of happy messy, toys and food crumbs and the detritus of a happy day. I don't know if this would be kosher but you mentioned raspberries, in the UK blackberries (very similar) grow just about anywhere. The best way to clean them is to put water in a bowl and then add the berries, then just leave (or watch) the berries sink and the bugs float to the top and can be removed with a sponge, or paper towel. You need to do this three times then dry them. How long will you call baby firefly, 'baby', I was once visiting a friend and his mother called him, "baby boy" then then said, "i've got to stop calling him that he's 23"

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much for your kind words! And thank you for the suggestions about the raspberries. In general, it’s recommended by our trusted kashrut (kosher) authorities (experts) to not eat them though. Unknown how long I will call baby firefly by that nickname :) I imagine one day it will need to change but not today 🤣😊❤️

[@rhondawhitmer1538]

Great video!! I look forward to your videos!! You look beautiful ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! 💜

[@charisselane9518]

Good Morning, Jar of Fire Flies, like your dress and head covering. You answer the question well and explain them well. I heard baby fire fly in the back ground. How is school coming along. Shalom to you and your family. Nice meal prep. Be encouraged and bless. 🛐✡️🕎🙏😇👼🏾🤗❤️♥️🎊💐🙌🏾🇮🇱💕💓💃🏽. Enjoy your school week.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much! School has been a slew start with the holidays etc but we are enjoying everything so far!

[@user-sn1ft4dg8r]

Your dress is lovely.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@user-sn1ft4dg8r]

Forgot to add.Feel better soon.❤

[@jaroffireflies]

@@user-sn1ft4dg8r thank you so much 😊

[@yaffadonath953]

I don't think that it was appropriate to ask what you wear to bed at night. Kudos to u for answering this question. There are things that have to be kept private. Have a Happy and healthy New Year.

[@jaroffireflies]

I think people are just curious about a different lifestyle. My hope in answering that question is someone who is growing in their Judaism and may not have thought of that may consider a higher level of modesty at home whereas before they may just not have thought of it 💜

[@yaffadonath953]

@jaroffireflies ok it's your call. At home and the privacy of your bedroom is two different issues. But again, I am happy that you view it in a positive light.

[@CherylNoe]

Good morning friend 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Good morning ☀️