I’ll freely admit that Passover is not my favorite holiday. Between the restrictive cooking, endless cleaning, shopping, hosting, table-setting, and decorating, it often feels more like drudgery than celebration.

If we want to enjoy ourselves, we need to have realistic expectations. Whipping up a 9-course meal for 50 isn’t always an option—particularly for those who are short on time or money (or both).

Remember: There’s no shame in scaling back…

I’ve been to many Seders in my lifetime and hosted a few. I’ve learned what works and what doesn’t. This year, I’m only doing the basics. Due to struggling with some persistent health problems, I’m dealing with pain and low energy. I need to prioritize and probably you do, too.

All this week, I’ll be blogging about Passover, sharing my tips and tricks for a smooth holiday. If you have any ideas, please feel free to comment! I love to hear what works for other ladies. We can all learn from each other.

Do you love or hate Passover? (I’m mixed!)