My Time Aboard The R.M.S. Titanic
April 15, 1912 at 2:20 a.m. the Atlantic Ocean claimed R.M.S. Titanic, burying the unsinkable ship and over 1,500 passengers beneath the frigid waves. One hundred years later, the cultural phenomenon, the fascination with the Titanic, her crew and passengers is still very much alive. Of all historical tragedies, why is this one so prevalent […]
25 Top Tips for a Successful Baby Shower
Baby showers are so much fun to plan! There’s something so exciting about welcoming new life into the world, even when it’s not your own baby. Because there are so many things to think about and so many ways to make a baby shower special, I’ve put together a few terrific DIY ideas for you. […]
Rural Mom is Headed to the Red Carpet! #JungleBookEvent
Why will this chicken farmer cross the U.S. to get to the other side? To get to the Jungle Book event! Thanks to the magical peeps at Disney, I’ll soon be headed to sunny California for an amazing red carpet event celebrating Walt Disney Studios’ live-action film release of THE JUNGLE BOOK! The red carpet… […]
MARY’s secret ingredients Subscription Box Sneak Peek (and 25% off coupon!)
Like you, I’m excited about Easter weekend! Gathering with family and friends in kinship and enjoying a delicious farm fresh meal together is always such a treat! One of my very favorite parts is that our whole family brings a dish to dinner, sampling new recipes, flavors and sweets is such a joy. In just […]
25 Fabulous Family Vacation Destinations!
Summer is almost here! Have you planned a trip yet? I’m fortunate to be able to do a lot of traveling for Rural Mom, but it’s always so much more fun when we can all go as a family. I’m not the only blogger with the travel bug, though. All over the blogosphere, there are […]
Light Up Your Outdoor Fun with the Playbulb Garden
I love my house. It’s great for entertaining – in the winter. In the warmer months, day or night, you’ll usually find me outside. I like to entertain guests outside whenever possible too. There’s just something so amazing about fresh air and a nice warm breeze. Lately, I’ve been enamored with Playbulb Garden Bluetooth Smart […]
Keep Your Easter Green with an Upcycled Easter Basket
The older I get, the more baskets I seem to accumulate, particularly around the holidays! While I love the storage potential and casual decor they offer my home, after awhile there are only so many baskets you can use at catch-alls, so it’s time to find clever ways to upcycle and re-purpose. I’ve re-purposed many a […]
Better Matters Because I’m a Soccer Mom
Technology has enhanced my lifestyle in ways I hardly imagined! That’s why it’s a love being a Verizon Insider. Today, I wish to truly get to the heart of the matter, though, and discuss the really nitty-gritty important stuff about wireless service and why better matters: My typical day, while the kids are at school, […]
Lego Star Wars: Droid Tales Movie Night
With two teenage sons (who also have a huge Star Wars fan for a mom,) you are sure to find LEGO and Star Wars memorabilia throughout our home. Naturally, we love the LEGO Star Wars series and are thrilled to welcome the LEGO® STAR WARS: Droid Tales to our collection! Star Wars and LEGO join forces again […]
How Do You Watch Your Garden Grow? | D-Link HD Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera
I wish I could time travel because if I could, I’d take the D-Link HD Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera with me back to all of the years I had mysterious disappearing vegetables! This year, thanks to the test model I received, I’m prepared. I can see whatever predator is rooting through my rutabagas, spot the conniving […]
7 Smart Ways to Teach Your Kids about Earth Day
Earth Day is the perfect day to teach your kids about nature and sustainable living in your own neck of the woods. For inspiration, I’ve come up with a few ways you can celebrate Earth Day (Friday, April 22, 2016) with your kids no matter where you live. Special thanks to Oriental Trading for sending […]
25 Beautiful Budget-Friendly Spring Garden DIY Projects and Tips
It’s been a very strange winter across the country. In some places, there was way more snow than expected, and in others, much less. Either way, most of us have had enough and we’re yearning for those spring blooms! As you know, gardening is a big part of life here, so I thought it only […]