Low Carb Holiday Beverage Ideas
When you think of beverages during the holidays, typically those beverages are ‘spirited’ with alcohol. Unfortunately, alcohol is considered taboo on most low carb diets, typically because alcohol turns to sugar, even if the label says zero carbs. Where does that leave us when we want to celebrate with a low carb holiday beverage? New […]
Rural Mom Really Useful Weekly Web Picks
Each week we’re bringing you some really useful and/or interesting web things we’ve encountered. Chances are if we’ve found it useful, so will you – in which case, we think it’s just plain neighborly to share!Hope you enjoy this week’s picks: 1) Earth911 http://earth911.com/ – Find recycling centers near you for all your recycling needs and […]
Rural Mom Affordable Wine Wish List
Each week, Rural Hubby and I identify two affordable wines we’d like to try. Choosing to share them with you because, heck, if you are reading this, chances are you are looking for new affordable wines to add to your table, too. Our research methods aren’t complex, basically if we see it, like the description, […]
Farm Fresh Recipe: Italian Sausage Stuffed Apples
One of my favorite fruits of fall is the apple, and it’s certainly a delight to cook with. Don’t be afraid to pair these delish gems in unique ways, you’ll be surprised and pleased with the results! 6 large tart baking apples1 lb. Italian pork sausage1/4 cup sweet onion, diced small1 garlic clove, grated or minced2 Tbsp […]
Are You Carrying Your Purple Purse?
“Why Purple?” you ask. Read on… PurplePurse.com is is an important Allstate Foundation project – in partnership with YWCA – focused on getting people to talk about the issue of domestic violence. Even though it’s an issue that affects one in four women, it’s hard to believe that 1/3 of Americans have never discussed it. […]
Your Child Is Too Young To Be Old
Rural Mom welcomes guest Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC, author of Start Talking Magazines, television and music today are all focused on bodies. Thin, young, and beautiful bodies supposedly equate to more money, power, and fame. Our youth has never had a narrower concept of beauty, nor have they ever had the pressure of being able […]
Halloween Inspired Drink: The Blood Shot.
Iceberg Vodka has provided us with the fun Halloween themed drink recipe. “The Blood Shot” is the perfect drink for Halloween parties since it tastes great and is very simple to make. Enjoy! The Blood Shot 1 part Iceberg Vodka1 part Peach Schnapps1 part Jagermeister1 part cranberry juice Mix, pour over ice, let cool then strain into […]
Fall Issue of Project You: 7 Steps to a Happy Marriage and much more!
Open publication – Free publishing – More back at school
The Top Three Things That a Rural Man Should Never Say to a Woman
When I first thought about this question, it didn’t take me long to come up with a mental list of twenty or so, but rather than put them in order, I decided that the first three that came to mind, should probably be considered my top three. So, warning to the Rural Men out there, […]
Rural Mom Affordable Wine Wish List
Each week, Rural Hubby and I identify two affordable wines we’d like to try. Choosing to share them with you because, heck, if you are reading this, chances are you are looking for new affordable wines to add to your table, too. Our research methods aren’t complex, basically if we see it, like the description, […]
Rural Mom Really Useful Weekly Web Picks
Each week we’re bringing you some really useful and/or interesting web things we’ve encountered. Chances are if we’ve found it useful, so will you – in which case, we think it’s just plain neighborly to share! Hope you enjoy this week’s picks: 1) Book Scouter http://www.bookscouter.com – there are other sites that allow you to […]
Holiday Gift Ideas: Make Your Own Tea Bags
Chances are there’s a tea lover in your family who would love to have a custom brew. It’s fairly easy to create your own special blend using natural ingredients or with kits like Make Your Own Fresh Herb Tea with which you can even grow your own ingredients. When putting together tea bags, if you already […]