Family Movie Night Ideas with The Jungle Book: Rumble In the Jungle
My favorite movies are the ones that makes them laugh! Running around carting the kids to soccer, band practice, dentist visits and the plethora of other after after school activities and appointments doesn’t leave much time for family time at home. So, when we catch a free night on the calendar, I like to schedule a fun […]
7 Last Minute #Free Gifts to Show Your Love on Valentines Day
It doesn’t have to cost a fortune to show that special someone in your life just how you feel. Sometimes it’s simply the little things that say the most. Some of these ideas do require materials, but they should be materials you have readily on hand, hence the “free” aspect. If you’ve been searching for […]
Vanilla Nougat Candy Bar Bites Recipe
Baking a hand-made edible, delectable treats is certainly a lovely was to express your affection on Valentines Day, or any day. And what does the perfect Valentine’s Day treat consist of? Why vanilla, of course. Vanilla is found in all the great goodies from chocolate confections to cheesecakes and lemon tarts. According to Shauna Sever, […]
Gearing Up for Travel and Summer Camp With Label Daddy
(Note: Luggage tag has been altered in picture to protect privacy.) It seems hard to fathom, but spring break is only 6-8 weeks away for most of us and summer travel and summer camps will be here before we know it, too! This year, as our family has several travel events already planned, I vowed […]
Rural Mom’s Wicked-Good Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Fudge Recipe
There are two tricks to this decadent, yet wildly simple Kentucky bourbon pecan fudge recipe: use a quality top shelf bourbon use the finest dark or milk chocolate semi-sweet morsels or squares you can find (standard brands are okay, but a great bourbon deserves a pairing with a divine chocolate.) I typically reserve this for […]
Ideas for Handmade Valentine Cards DIY
Valentine’s Day is a time to show our partners how much we love them. It’s a time of flowers, chocolates, and special dates. And last but not least, it’s a time for Valentine cards. You can simple grab a stock greeting card, but if you have a little extra time, creating your own adds a […]
Chocolate Soufflé Recipe
Our friends from BetterEats.com, Everyday Health’s new food site want to bring a warm, wintry dessert to your rural table with this fabulous recipe (perfect for Valentines Day.. .enjoy!) Chocolate Soufflé Soufflés may look like a restaurant-only dessert, but they are actually easy to make. Whip them up right after dinner and enjoy while they’re still warm […]
How To Choose the Right Yarn for Your Knitting or Crochet Project
When it comes to knitting and crocheting, choosing the right yarn is instrumental to the outcome of your project. There is a mind-boggling array of yarns out there to choose from, but all of them will not work for all projects. Most knitting and crochet projects list a suggested yarn in the instructions. This yarn […]
The Bouquet is a Lovely Cinematic Treat Just in Time for #ValentinesDay
I always think of Valentines Day, not just as a holiday for lovers, but as a holiday that offers a terrific reminder to express your love for all those you hold dear. As such, I like to find special treats for family members and friends to help brighten their Valentines Day enjoyment. This year I […]
5 Creative Things to do With Fleece
Felt any fleece lately? You’d know that feeling anywhere, right? Truth is, few fabrics can compete with the soft warm fuzziness of this fabulous synthetic answer to wool. Fleece is amazingly durable. When you toss it in the wash it won’t fade, fray or shrink. Add to that its lightness, breath-ability and warmth, and you’ve got a […]
Rural Mom Guide for February #DIY #Farm
Winter winds are whipping around for many of us, but there’s still plenty to focus on! February is a great month to: – find deals on lingerie, menswear, jewelry and picture frames – snag clearances on electronic left-overs from the holidays, sports equipment, and of course, after-Valentines Day candy and goodies – prune fruit trees, […]
CAMUS Passion Fruit Mousse Cocktail #Recipe
Photo & recipe provided by CAMUS After a month of working hard on your resolutions, it’s time to celebrate! Smooth, delicious and refreshing, the Camus Passion Fruit Mousse Cocktail offers a perfect way to recharge and renew your goals (plus, it’s also a delightful drink to add some sparkle to the upcoming Valentines Day season.) CAMUS […]