Motorola Talkabout – Ideal Gift for Dad, Grad, and Everyone
Out here in the country the electronic communication device that’s more handy than a cell phone, home phone, or internet connection in the great outdoors is a two-way radio. We use them to communicate from the house to the barn, when the kids are out playing in the fields or up the mountain, on ATV […]
Marcela Valladolid Shares What It Takes to Win The American Baking Competition
The American Baking Competition, airing Wednesday nights 8 – 9 p.m. ET on CBS Television Network, features skilled amateurs competing in baking challenges with one ultimately being crowned the winner. As an avid baker, I got a real kick out of watching people I can easily identify with compete, and many of the recipes they […]
Best Father’s Day Gift: Walmart Family Mobile Unlimited Plans, MyTouch Cell Phone, and Super Savings
I am a member of Collective Bias Social Fabric Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and their client. All thoughts and opinions are solely that of Rural Mom. Living in the country means limited access to the best wireless service. Living at the base […]
Grilled Radicchio Salad with Manchego Recipe
During my visit last month to the HUNGRY Channel kitchen, I had the pleasure of exploring some terrific gluten free dishes with chef Alex Thomopoulos, along with the folks from the HUNGRY Channel and Wholly Guacamole. One of the goodies we created was a lovely grilled radicchio salad (recipe below.) I was surprised by the […]
The Scoop on Centrum Flavor Burst Chews Adult Multivitamins #CentrumFlavorBurst
Innovations in multi-vitamins have certainly come a long way and the popular trend to hit the shelves are chewable vitamins. Though I try to get much of what my body needs from food sources, I still take daily supplements to help cover the bases, and find that chewables are super handy as an on-the-go option. […]
5 Ways to Save Big on Your Green Purchases
Living an eco-friendly lifestyle sometimes feels like it’s out of reach but the truth is, it’s easy to go green with the right information and a little shopping savvy. Many eco-practices are simple to incorporate into your daily routine and eco-friendly doesn’t have to mean mega-expensive. Try these simple tips to save the green […]
We’ve Added the Dirtinator. What Sticky Situations Will You Put in the Clorox Ick-tionary? #Sponsored
Dirtinator (dirt-in-A-tor) The child who shows up covered in mud and muck that seems to have spawned from a futuristic alien place… and you just know no matter how hard you scrub, they will be back. Used in a sentence: Listen, and understand. That dirtinator is still out there. It can’t be bargained with, it […]
EPIC #Giveaway #EpicTheMovie
Was seeing EPIC a part of your holiday weekend plans? This delightful animated movie made it into our lineup of activities and I’m thrilled it did… well worth seeing! The eco-friendly, nature-loving aspects of the film truly appealed to me, as well as the well-crafted script and cast of amazing voice talents including Beyonce Knowles, […]
Minnie and Daisy Friendship Fun For The Summer
One of my favorite activities to encourage in the summer time is reading. Having fun in the sunshine and fresh air is absolutely a must, but keeping reading skills sharp during the summer months is also important. A popular study from John Hopkins found that summer vacations can cause children to fall behind their peers […]
St. Louis Style Ribs and American Apple Pie Recipes
(c) Bill Milne Photography Tonight we’ll begin firing up the grill for Memorial Day weekend gatherings. Flavor your table with some tried-and-true American dishes created by culinary wizard, Maria Zoitas. St. Louis- Style Ribs Ingredients · 2 tablespoons salt · 1 tablespoon black pepper · 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika (sweet) · 1 teaspoon garlic powder […]
De-Frizz Your Summer Hair Style With Mixed Chicks
Do you ever complain about your highly unmanageable summer hair? If asked that question, I’d certainly be among the first to raise my hand as it’s something I’ve done most of my life. And in some respects, it’s pretty silly, but you know how the old-age adage is, you always want what you don’t […]
How to Make Simple Rolled Beeswax Candles
There was a time when candles were a primary source of light. Today we have electricity, but candles are still quite popular. They provide a nice atmosphere for intimate or romantic events, and they certainly come in handy during blackouts! Some crafty types like to make their own candles. But if you don’t enjoy […]