Click here for a customizable Erev Pesach 2012 Checklist. You can see it in a post here, if you prefer.
I find it helpful to actually write the times in, and to get the whole menu and seder items put onto a list so I can check it off as I go. (See the checklist above!)
Here are some of the other things to consider:
- Review times. Be sure you (and your kids!) get in your last chametz before the deadline.
- Prep the biur and then burn it. Declare your chametz dust.
- Finish your cooking, being sure your family has the appropriate non-chametz, non-gebrokts food to keep away the grumps.
- Be sure you have checked your greens for bugs.
- Laundry
- Set your table. Involve your kids if they are of a good age, and make it as beautiful as you can. Include pillows for all. Take a picture if you can!
- Prep and preplate anything you prefer–premeasured lettuce packets, individual seder plates, etc.
- Check your checklist
- Prepare your candles, including your longer burning candle
- Bathe children and be sure everyone has clothes chosen
- Shower and take the time to dress nicely, with makeup if you prefer
- Bring in the holiday of Pesach a free woman!
