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Art on the Atlanta Beltline

December 3, 2016

Atlanta is one of those cities with a rich industrial history and a bright future. Right now they’ve got a project going on called the Atlanta BeltLine. The Beltline is a new transportation system that takes an existing 22 mile historic rail corridor and transforms it with rail, trail, housing, art, and greenspace. The corridor […]

Crafts CREATE NEW

Clever Mason Jar Gift Ideas for Teachers

December 1, 2016

Do you struggle with gift ideas for your child’s teachers?  I do, too!  Every year I search for clever and creative ways to express our appreciation without busting our holiday budget.  Sometimes I resort to small gift cards, but that often seems impersonal.  This year, thanks to our partnership with At Home, I found some […]

GIVEAWAYS

SING! Coloring and Activity Sheets (and a Giveaway!) #SingMovie

November 29, 2016

Earlier this month, thanks to our partnership with Illumination, we are brought you some fun information about a new film, SING (in theaters December 21) that celebrates that dream of singing.  Now, thanks to Universal Pictures we have even more fabulous goodies for you to enjoy including a special SING holiday video, SING coloring and activity sheets, […]

Crafts CREATE NEW

8 Fun Ways to Enjoy Farmers Markets with Kids Throughout the Year

November 28, 2016

Rural Mom is pleased to welcome guest contributor, Deanna F. Cook, author of Farmer’s Market Create-and-Play Activity Book.  Deanna is sharing creative and clever ways to enjoy your Farmers Markets with your children through every season… Read on! If you’re looking for a fun field trip with the kids, head to the farmers markets. Not only […]

Movies

The Secret Life of Pets in on Digital HD! #TheSecretLifeOfPets #petspack

November 22, 2016

Ever wonder what your pets do when you’re not home?  I know I do!  The fun news?  The film that gives us a glimpse into what our pets are up to, The Secret Life of Pets, is now available to own on Digital HD!  We’re bringin you the full scoop in partnership with Universal Pictures […]

NEW SUSTAIN

How You Can Help the Endangered Rusty Patched Bumble Bee TODAY!

November 18, 2016

Rusty patched bumble bees pollinate everything from cranberries and blueberries to squash and clover, but they are dying quickly. Studies indicate they have disappeared from 87 percent of their historic range and by as much as 95 percent in recent decades.  This is a serious issue that needs to be addressed immediately and if you […]

Technology

Clever Holiday Apps You Didn’t Know You Needed!

November 17, 2016

You know I love a good app. Most of the time they make my life easier, but truth be told I like them mostly because they’re just plain fun! I particularly enjoy finding clever new holiday apps to use.  This year I’ll be using the MOTO Z to download my apps to, but this post solely […]

GIVEAWAYS

Santa’s Apprentice and The Magic Snowflake Giveaway! #HolidayMagic

November 14, 2016

Are you dreaming of peppermint candy canes and hot cocoa?  Christmas lights and family gatherings around the tree?  Me, too!  The holiday season can be such a magical time filled to the brim with joy-filled moments and activities!  Thanks to our partnership with Anchor Bay Entertainment, we are delighted to add a little more joy to […]

GIVEAWAYS NEW

Farm Fresh Community Coffee Basket Giveaway! #ReserveYours

November 14, 2016

Rural Mom has created a very special coffee-lovers basket for the holidays that you can win… read on!  This post was written by me through an activation with HireInfluence on behalf of Community Coffee. Although I received compensation for participating in the campaign, all thoughts and opinions are my own.   Are you a coffee lover? […]

PLAYMOBIL Christmas On The Farm Advent Calendar for Kids

November 12, 2016

Things I love – PLAYMOBIL, Christmas, and the farm. Keep that in mind as I tell you that thanks to my partnership with PLAYMOBIL, The PLAYMOBIL Christmas On the Farm Advent Calendar has just arrived to help us celebrate our holiday traditions! Isn’t that just super perfect? Believe me when I say that I was a little bit […]

NEW Recipes

Rural Moms can cook Sous Vide! | Sous Vide Salmon

November 11, 2016

Have you thought about trying to cook using the Sous Vide method?  Maybe, like me, you first heard this intriguing term while watching a popular cooking show or chef challenge on TV.  Quite possibly you drooled over the results of the chef’s preparation but were still a little intimidated to try cooking Sous Vide at […]

Books

The Benefits of Bedtime Stories

November 7, 2016

Do you read to your children at bedtime?  Did you know that in addition to sharing your love of reading and bonding with your child, there are many other educational and therapeutic benefits of reading bedtime stories?  Thanks to our partnership with Random House Children’s, we are excited to discuss the benefits of bedtime stories and share […]