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Things I Never Expected to Say as a Parent

Posted on August 29, 2013 by rashelcornish

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I am often disappointed by the reality of my parenting versus the delusion expectation I’d had before having kids.  On one particularly off day, I was trying to wrestle Claire and Cam in a Cherry Berry.  As Claire threw her … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting 101 Tagged crazy things we say, kids are crazy, parenting

Potty Training a Boy: What I Wish I Had Known

Posted on August 22, 2013 by rashelcornish

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I had always heard the horror stories of potty training with boys, so I was feeling very hesitant when it came time to potty train Cameron, our second child. He was, however, showing all of the signs of being ready … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting 101 Tagged 3 day potty training, Boy, Potty Training, potty training bootcamp, sit or stand

Cat Litter Box Cover From an Old End Table

Posted on August 20, 2013 by rashelcornish

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I gave Suquay, my cat, away yesterday.  It was really hard, but I know she’ll be well cared for in her wonderful new home.  But before giving this to Amber (Suquay’s new owner) I wanted to show you what has … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY! Tagged DIY, end table modified, Litter box cover

Coffee Mug vs. Offering Church

Posted on August 15, 2013 by rashelcornish

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My Pappaw, Bob Willeford, was many things: wonderful, kindhearted, firm in his faith. He was also hilarious. He once told me, “I don’t have any enemies. I outlived them all.” There was one story in particular that he told me … Continue reading →

Posted in Life Tagged Baptist tradition, Bob Willeford, church, humor

Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug

Posted on August 13, 2013 by rashelcornish

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I feel like I should apologize in advance for this post…  because after discovering this little trick, it’s hard to avoid the temptation to make a cookie! This recipe originally calls for butter and eggs, so I’ll be giving you … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventures in the Kitchen Tagged chocolate chip cookie, cookie in a mug, dairy allergy, egg allergy, Homemade cookies, recipe

Suquay Needs A Home

Posted on August 10, 2013 by rashelcornish

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  This is Suquay.  Let me tell you her story. Nine years ago, when I was in college, I randomly woke up one morning with the burning desire to own a Siamese kitten.  So I picked up the phone book … Continue reading →

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Homemade Eye Makeup Remover

Posted on August 8, 2013 by rashelcornish

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I originally found this recipe on Pinterest, and I have LOVED it.  This stuff actually works better than anything I’ve ever bought.  And the vast likelihood is, if you’re a mom, it’ll be free… because I bet you already have … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY!, Green Cleaning Tagged DIY Eye Makeup Remover, Homemade

So… Houston?

Posted on August 6, 2013 by rashelcornish

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I really have no coherent thoughts to put together about the news we got yesterday…. John will be teaching at San Jacinto College (South.) In Houston. ….and his new professor orientation starts next Tuesday. No really.  I don’t think you … Continue reading →

Posted in Life Tagged Duncan, Faith, Houston, Moving, Oklahoma, San Jacinto College, Texas

A Fun Use for an Old TV Armoire

Posted on August 1, 2013 by rashelcornish

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This armoire sits innocently in the corner of my living room.  It’s an old TV armoire that was given to me by a family member. And it solves a huge problem for me…  where should I put my sewing machine?? … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY!, Green Cleaning Tagged armoir, reusing old furniture, sewing, tv armoire

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