150 Best Desserts in a Jar
Old Fashioned Bread Pudding With Crunchy Pecans It’s not really surprising I guess that I love mason jars. After all, I live smack dab in the middle of the Appalachias, it’s tradition here to use mason jars for nearly everything… but outside of canning, I hadn’t really thought about cooking in them. Boy was I […]
Easy Sequin Easter Egg Craft for Kids
If your looking for a craft to add a little “bling” to your Easter decorations, one that’s fun for family craft time, or one to keep little hands busy while you’re prepping for the Easter celebration, sequin eggs will be a sure-fire hit! Supplies Needed: Styrofoam eggs straight pins (or blunt edge plastic pins, great […]
Rural Mom’s Wicked-Good Beer and Barbecue Pulled Pork #Recipe
Beer and Barbecue Pulled Pork is one of my favorite barbecue delights and also a terrific go-to quick and easy slow cooker dish that’s a true crowd pleaser. Over the years I’ve experimented with various versions and eventually came up with a beer and barbecue pulled pork mix that I truly love. There’s only five minutes of […]
Crayon Disc Craft Tutorial #DIY
When my children were little, we had one of those nifty crayon makers and they truly enjoyed manufacturing their own crayon colors and designs. Over time, though, the interest waned and after a few years of collecting dust on my craft room shelf, the crayon maker was donated to a local shelter. Fast forward a […]
Duct Tape Mini First Aid Kit Roll #Craft Tutorial #DIY
It’s hard to recall a month, heck even a week, where I haven’t found myself in need of a Band-Aid. With two rambunctious boys and a farm to run, boo-boos are quite common around here. But unless I carry them constantly in my pockets, I’m generally at a loss to find one when I’m gardening, traveling, or […]
Fingerprint Painting Projects for Kids – Instructions for Fingerprint Flower #Craft
Crafts from our children tend to hold a special place in our hearts. Even the simplest projects become treasured keepsakes we hold onto. And when those crafts capture a piece of childhood, they are especially meaningful. It’s the reason hand-print plaque kits are so popular. Those tiny hands may never be that tiny again, but the finished project […]
Healthy Snacks and Easter Baskets Made Easy with Nature Box
Having an afternoon snack that helps fuel their brain power is rewarding in so many ways! Hip-pity-hop Easter is on the way… and you know what generally means: a boatload of candy will be arriving in baskets everywhere! Allowing my children to indulge a little is okay and I do purchase candy for the holidays, […]
A Delightfully Wicked Family Movie Night with Horrid Henry
If you have a child in elementary school, you’ve likely discovered the Francesca Simon’s popular Horrid Henry book series. Henry is a mischievous little boy that trouble clings to like a magnet. His adventurous spirit and quirky antics certainly have a way of tickling your funny bone! Everyone from his little brother Perfect Peter, his […]
It’s Easy to Spring Into Happiness When You Have Cute and Comfy Shoes #Alegria
Can shoes make you happy? I absolutely think so, the right pair certainly can put a spring in your step and a smile on your face. As someone with an active lifestyle, there are two things I value above all in footwear- durability and comfort… and when I can find these two attributes combined with […]
Add a Wee Bit of Disney to Your St. Patrick’s Day Crafts and Home Decor
In tribute to our Irish heritage, we tend to make a big deal of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations each year, whipping up recipes, crafts, and pulling out decorations inspired by the “green.” As with every holiday, we also find ways to incorporate our other loves and one the we all agree is top o’ list […]
Green Apple Guinness Melt St. Patricks Day Recipe
We have a wee little bit of the green apple for you today, coupled with my favorite Irish draft. Enjoy this recipe from the U.S. Apple Association for St. Patrick’s Day or any day you’d like a unique, hearty treat! Green Apple Guinness Melt Yield: 4 to 6 servings Ingredients: 1 baguette, cut into thirds, […]
Upon Arrival, Proceed to Baggage Claim
Rural Mom is pleased to bring you an excerpt from “Nurturing the Soul of Your Family,” a book everyone in our hurry-up-and-go society will truly benefit from reading. Much wisdom is contained within the pages of this lovely, inspirational guide. Relationships of all types can be challenging. In particular, family members, partners, and children often […]