Rachel’s Life

Get Organized – Free Printables for a Blog Binder

May 24, 2013

I use a lot of spreadsheets. Everyone knows that. But I also love a pen-and-paper to-do list. People have told me, “I wish I was organized like you.” Well, I wish I was creative like you. But–I’d love to share the organizational wealth so I made these free printables for your blog. Print them, throw [...]

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A little housekeeping…

April 19, 2013
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I’ve made some changes (mostly behind the scenes) around here lately! I’ve moved to a new host — so hopefully you have noticed an increase in speed when my posts and pages are loading. I’ve also moved my RSS feed!  If you subscribe via RSS, please update my feed address (new feed: http://feeds.feedblitz.com/rachelcooks) and while you’re at [...]

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High School Cook-Off!

March 21, 2013
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You guys. I just can’t keep quiet any more. I am so excited about this project I have been working on. As some of you know, my husband is an assistant principal at a very large, urban high school right outside of Detroit, Michigan. One of the courses offered there is called “Food For Life.” [...]

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What Motivates You?

February 23, 2013
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  (if you’re here for food it will be back next time) As I put in some quality time on the treadmill, I got to thinking. What’s my motivation? What is your motivation? As I thought about different sources of motivation, I found myself hitting the up arrows on the treadmill and really, really pushing [...]

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Guide to Visiting a New Baby

January 7, 2013
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Since welcoming N to the world, we’ve had visitors. Not tons, but a few. I feel the need for a small public service announcement of sorts. Share this with all your friends and family. Your mom and mom-to-be friends will thank you. So will the daddies! *Disclaimer: Not everything below personally applies to the visitors [...]

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Introducing…

January 2, 2013
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In case you haven’t been following on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, he is here! Our sweet baby boy was born on December 20th at 8:05 AM. In blog world, he’ll be known as N. He has a super cute name, but I’m trying to keep some things private to protect him, just like I do [...]

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December 17, 2012
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Gift Ideas {for a foodie}

December 7, 2012
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Time to get cracking on that shopping list, people! I’m all done with mine…but now I’m a little tempted to do some shopping for myself! I want everything on this list!  These are great, low-priced gift ideas for all the food-lovers in your life. Hope it gives you some good ideas!  OXO Good Grips Mini [...]

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Giving Thanks

November 22, 2012
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I have so much to be thankful for this year. Every year. God has blessed me, and my family, tremendously. In no particular order, I’m thankful for… My family. E–who blows me away with her smarts and her personality every day. Ben–who puts up with me and still sings my praises. Trust me, I haven’t [...]

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THANK YOU!

November 12, 2012

I’m not sure if you all saw it today, but some of my best blogging buddies got together and threw me a surprise virtual baby shower! I’ve been busy all day commenting on posts and sharing these great treats that they have all made, but I really felt the need to say a giant THANK [...]

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