I know we sound kinda Amish, but you can live a very normal day. Its a big time for family & friends and most people have big meals on Friday night and Saturday lunch.
I don't think it sounds Amish at all, Yael. We have Ramadan every year and we fast from sunrise until sunset, with nosustenance at all. No food, water, sex, no cigarettes for people who smoke. We are also not supposed to get angry - it is a time of patience. But the Iftar - which is the meal in the evening - is a massive celebration with a feast for all of the family to get together. Even though it's very hard, it's my favourite time of year because I feel good that. Shabbat sounds like that. A time that is set aside for worship or remembrance of God without distractions.

Do you cover your hair completely? I have seen Orthodox men, but can't remember if their wives were covered or not.

I have been meaning to ask you how your eczema is?