Funny, quirky, heroic and larger-than-life – it truly must be great to be Batman! Thanks to our partnership with Warner Bros., we have the inside scoop on THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE (in theaters February 10) and an epic giveaway to share today. All thoughts, opinions and love of this funny, cute, quirky film are that of Rural […]
Toys that celebrate farming and incorporate learning certainly catch my attention quick! Thanks to my partnership with PLAYMOBIL, I’ve just discovered the PLAYMOBIL 1.2.3. My Take Along Farm – a delightful toy for toddlers offering hours of imaginative play time and portable fun! The PLAYMOBIL 1.2.3. My Take Along Farm is the newest addition to its world […]
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions, the bacon avocado ranch dip recipe and love of tabletop tailgates is that of Rural Mom. Do you have a Game Day food you simply have to have? For me, whether I’m “homegating” or on the road tailgating, it’s […]
We think kids have it easy, but from a teen’s perspective, life can often be stressful. School, sports, academics, complex peer relationships and even world events all can contribute to adding stress. Helping them learn to cope with day-t0-day stressors includes ensuring they have a comfortable spot at home for times when they need a […]
New Year’s Day has come and gone. Are you the type of person who puts all your holiday decorations away before the first of the year or do you savor them for just a little while longer? How does the rest of your home look? Is it organized for the year? Our friends from Thirty-One […]
Do you remember an older version of View-Master? Chances are you might, since they’ve been a favorite of children for over 75 years. It was one of my favorite toys for sure! Now there’s a whole new virtual reality experience available for our new generation. As a National Geographic Kids Insider, it’s great to receive free […]
Have you ever been on a Disney Cruise? I’ve got oodles of Disney experience and I’ve got bundles of cruise experience, but the combo of the two – a Disney Cruise – is something I’ve been wanting to do for a really long time! Finally, my dreams are coming true and I’m about to embark on […]
Advances in technology are making STEM topics in general more and more important to our children’s futures, but can often be seen as “boring” by kids as well as parents. As a National Geographic Kids Insider, it’s great to receive free review products and ideas that help get my kids interested in science, they are an […]
Do you consider your dogs to be invaluable members of your family? Me, too! Today I’m celebrating our wonderful fur-babies thanks to our partnership with Universal Pictures’ new film A Dog’s Purpose which hits theaters on January 27. Follow me for a moment down memory lane… He burst into our home, a blurred streak of […]










