Eleventh Day of Book Gifting: Going OM
On the eleventh day of book gifting, Rural Mom suggests: Going Om: Real-Life Stories on and off the Yoga Mat I’m relatively new to practicing yoga having only dabbled recently in hopes of reducing stress and increasing my overall health. So far, I love the video I’ve been practicing with and really enjoying the quiet, […]
From Waves and Frizz to Smooth Finish with the InStyler Max 2-Way Rotating Iron
Some days I simply feel like giving up on my hair and tucking it all under a knit cap. The wavy, thick, frizzy strands simply do not wish to cooperate on a regular basis! But stuffing my hair into a cap, whether a fashionable option or not, isn’t going to be the best option for […]
Tenth Day of Book Gifting: Garden Blessings
On the tenth day of book gifting, Rural Mom suggests: Garden Blessings: Prose, Poems and Prayers Celebrating the Love of Gardening One thing I tend to find in common with all avid gardeners and farmers I know is not just a deep love for the great outdoors and all of nature’s wonders, but that they […]
Paddington Gift Pack #Giveaway #PaddingtonMovie
Just in time to add some fun to your mid-winter chill, PADDINGTON arrives in theaters January 16! From the beloved novels by Michael Bond and producer David Heyman (HARRY POTTER), PADDINGTON tells the story of the comic misadventures of a young Peruvian bear (voiced by Ben Whishaw) who travels to the city in search of […]
Make Everyone Merry This Holiday Season With Meatless Meal Options
When it comes to making healthy eating choices, nothing challenges you quite like the holidays. From family gatherings centered largely on food to fancy parties with fully stocked buffets brimming over with caloric snacks, there are just too many temptations this time of year for many to avoid. If you take the time and do […]
Ninth Day of Book Gifting: The Grateful Life
On the ninth day of book gifting, Rural Mom suggests: The Grateful Life: The Secret to Happiness, and the Science of Contentment What if you could give the gift of happiness to yourself or a loved one? Don’t think it’s possible? Well, certainly we agree, the absolutely feeling of contentment and everyday joy cannot be […]
Gift your tween a Daisy Pink or Red Ryder this Christmas!
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ItsADaisy #CollectiveBias My husband enjoys spending quality time with our daughters who are 15 and 11 years old. He and our oldest daughter enjoy archery together and are actually much better than myself or my youngest daughter. While […]
Black Walnut Orange Sauce Recipe
This holiday season, we are making and gifting some amazing fresh preserves with a little inspiration from Ball Canning and Jarden Home Brands! Be sure to check out Ball Canning’s 25 Days of Making and Giving for more wonderful holiday gift ideas throughout the month of December! #sponsored As I look back over the years, the gifts […]
Eighth Day of Book Gifting: Veganish
On the eighth day of book gifting, Rural Mom suggests: Veganish: The Omnivore’s Guide to Plant-Based Cooking Though I’m not a vegetarian or vegan, that certainly doesn’t stop me from appreciating a great cookbook chock full of wholesome recipes. The avid organic gardener in me certainly appreciates the inspiration and I found the insights in this […]
Give the Gift of Balance! Strider Sport Bike
My grand daughter immediately wanted to walk around with the bike as soon as she saw it. As we didn’t have a helmet yet to take her out for an official spin, we let her play with on the grass in the backyard. Just this simple play provided her hours of enjoyment. I know when […]
Seventh Day of Book Gifting: All You Need Is Less
On the seventh day of book gifting, Rural Mom suggests: All You Need Is Less: The Eco-friendly Guide to Guilt-Free Green Living and Stress-Free Simplicity by Madeleine Somerville. Have you ever felt like the path to being a more eco-minded individual was just flat-out scary? Do you have eco-guilt that you are not doing enough? Do […]
Make Breakfast Pop with Pereg Quinoa Pops Cereal
On school days, breakfast time comes mighty early for my daughters, with both of them sitting down at the kitchen table by 5:25am. It’s hard enough to be awake at this early hour, let alone feel like eating a healthy breakfast. So, I’m always on the lookout for the trifecta of breakfast foods: nutritious, easy […]









