Rural Mom’s Top 10 Apps for Summer Fun
Summertime is full of so many amazing activities and opportunities for some super fun in the sun! While my family and I prefer to go “off grid” for our adventures to create quality family moments, we still tend to use our tech to enhance our experiences. Rural Dad, my Rural Boys and I got together […]
Help your child thrive with Understood.org | Resources for Learning and Attention Issues
We have all met that kiddo that seems to act a bit differently than the other kids, the one who struggles with grades, behavior and social situations. But is it really just that one kid? Sure, there are the few who stand out more than others. But learning and attention issues are far more common […]
I’m a Banana Boat® Mom, are you? #BBBestSummerEver
Living on a farm in the middle of a National Forest resort area certainly caters to our love of the great outdoors, particularly in the summer time! We are drawn to every water source from the creek in our back forty to the lake and the local swimming pool where we love to spend our […]
25 Festive Patriotic Crafts for the 4th of July
The Fourth of July is one of my favorite times of the year. I love how the entire country comes together to celebrate our independence. It’s also a great holiday to decorate for. Who doesn’t love red, white and blue? Take a look at these Patriotic crafts. They’re a fun way to celebrate being a proud American not just […]
Drawing and Painting Imaginary Animals
Carla Sonheim, who has a penchant for Superman because her dad looked like Clark Kent, has been obsessed with drawing animals for the past four years. “About ten years ago I ran across an article highlighting animals in contemporary artwork,” says Sonheim. “There were some wonderful things going on, and it served as an inspiration […]
Simple tips to help your child be summer camp ready
My thanks to our sponsor, CVS Minute Clinic for providing the products shown below along with a promotional item to help facilitate today’s #ReadySetCamp post. All opinions and love of outdoor fun are my own. Is your child attending camp this summer? Whether your child is attending a sleep away camp, or just a fun-filled […]
Little Bites S’mores Giveaway
One of our very favorite treats in the summertime is definitely S’mores. It’s hard not to love the taste of s’mores around the campfire, but lately it’s been a bit hot at night to even contemplate a campfire. Good news is there’s a new way to enjoy our sweet seasonal flavor this summer, with Entenmann’s Little Bites® S’mores! […]
Films and Fandom – Rural Mom goes back to Hollywood! #AntManEvent
As you know, summer life on the farm is pretty laid back. A typical day consists of working in the garden and hanging out with my peeps in the coop… Which is why you can well imagine what a big thrill it is to be invited back to Hollywood this summer to cover another super-spectacular exclusive (and all-expense […]
37th Edition Ball Blue Book Guide to Preserving Celebration
Before the first sprouts of Spring in the garden pop up, I’m already designing plans for preparing and preserving the farm fresh bounty nature will soon deliver. Day-dreaming about the recipes and canned goods I’ll create is nearly as fun as planting, nurturing and coaxing the produce to fruition! When it comes to food preservation, my favorite go-to resource has […]
How To Grow Your Own Magic Beanstalk
Summer is a great time to nurture and introduce your child to the world of gardening and our vital ecosystem. Appealing to your child’s curiosity and imagination takes the chore out of gardening and makes it an adventure. Rural Mom is pleased to welcome back Melissa Pilgrim, author of Animal Motions Today, Melissa shares her step-by-step DIY to […]
Grilled Dublin Coddle Recipe with al fresco Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage
I certainly don’t need an excuse to explore my Irish roots in the kitchen (or on the grill,) but I’m certainly grateful to al fresco for sponsoring my creation of a modern twist on a favorite traditional Irish recipe. Traditional Irish Coddle, frequently referred to as Dublin Coddle, is a winter dish that made great use of […]
Have You Signed up for the Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge? #SummerReading
The sun is shining and temperatures are soaring in our neck o’ the woods right now, it’s the perfect time water play, cool summer treats and for finding a shady spot to enjoy a great book. I’m excited encourage summer reading by participating in the Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge. This post is sponsored by Scholastic, […]