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Smart Shopping Tips and Honey Almond Grilled Peaches inspired by All You

July 10, 2013

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and All You, but all my opinions are my own. #lifeforless #pmedia http://cmp.ly/3/8vNxcO I have a secret. This secret provides special ideas for dazzling my family with fun new treats and invaluable tips for protecting my piggy bank. Want to know […]

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This Summer, Use The Great Outdoors as a Natural Classroom

July 9, 2013

We have gotten so used to learning about things through pictures and videos that we often forget about the natural classroom outside. There is so much to learn just by exploring the great outdoors, and exploring nature is healthy psychologically and physically.   Use these ideas to inspire as you explore the great outdoors this […]

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Sweet Irish Breakfast Scones Recipe

July 8, 2013

One of our favorite culinary delights on our trip to Ireland was the delicious simplicity of fresh baked Irish breakfast scones, and they are certainly plentiful there! Bringing the taste home is a true treat as I was able to memorize the simple ingredients and recipe steps after watching a few home chefs in action… […]

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Lobster Grilled Cheese Recipe

July 6, 2013

Iron Chef Marc Forgione’s unique twist on the classic grilled cheese makes the perfect mouth-watering meal and with the T-fal Mini Grilled Cheese Griddle, the cheese gets perfectly melted while the bread gets perfectly toasted for an even tastier treat. Perfect for a holiday weekend or every-day treat! Lobster Grilled Cheese courtesy of Marc Forgione […]

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Wire Jewelry Projects for Beginners

July 3, 2013

Wire jewelry comes in many shapes and sizes, and plenty of intricate designs. But not every project requires absolute precision and knowledge of complicated techniques. There are plenty of projects that someone who has never made a piece of jewelry can do. Here are five ideas that are great for getting your wire feet wet: […]

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Delivery Man Special Sneak Peek #533

July 2, 2013

In the upcoming film from Disney, DELIVERY MAN, Vince Vaughn’ plays a happy-go-lucky guy who finds out he’s fathered 533 children through anonymous donations to a fertility clinic 20 years ago. Can you imagine? Certainly not your every-day average family! Things get seriously complicated when he must decide whether or not to come forward when 142 of […]

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5 Simple Tips on How to Best Negotiate a Car Purchase

July 2, 2013

Ahh… summer.  It’s a great time to get in the car, head for the beach or simply take a ride in the country.  But your car may not exactly be cooperative these days or maybe it’s just time to look for a new vehicle that’s better on gas or more suited to your adventurous style. […]

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What’s the Difference between Cold Process Soap and Melt and Pour Soap? #DIY

July 1, 2013

In recent years, there has been a resurgence in the popularity of making soap.  Although soap is readily available in stores, a growing number of DIY-ers are learning about soap making.  Some like to create soaps in pretty shapes and heavenly scents, while others like being able to control the ingredients to prevent over-drying or […]

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We Stay Connected with Walmart Family Mobile Unlimited Plans, MyTouch Cell Phone, and Super Savings

June 28, 2013

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.  About a month ago I shared our plans to surprise Rural Dad with the Walmart Family Mobile […]

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How to Measure Properly for a Sewing Project

June 27, 2013

One of the best things about custom-tailored clothing is that it can be made to fit perfectly. Instead of going to the store and buying one size that’s made to fit various body types, you can have clothes that fit just right in every way. It definitely beats buying a small only to find that […]

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Quick and Breezy Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake Recipe

June 26, 2013

Maybe you can’t jet off right now to bask in the glow of the tropical sun… but you can capture the flavors of an island paradise in this Caribbean-inspired dessert. The key to exotic flavoring is a quality flavored rum, the base is comprised of simple off-the-shelf ingredients. Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake Ingredients 1 box […]

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6 Quick and Healthy Snack Ideas Kids Love

June 25, 2013

My kids snack constantly in the summer, but rather than purchasing snacks from the store, which are often filled with sugar and other non-essential ingredients we prefer to limit, it pays to come up with some clever healthier alternatives to have on hand. With a little advanced planning, you can have quick and easy snack […]