Small Garden Pond Ideas
People often use landscaping and flower gardens to beautify their yard. Perhaps you’d like to use something different. Why not try some of these small garden pond ideas and see how distinct they can make your yard appear. Consider where you might like to place a small garden pond. Some people choose an area away […]
Help Those Who Are Hurting
There is a lovely Joyce Meyer Ministries calendar on the wall above my desk and May’s message is Help Those Who Are Hurting. I’ve been digesting this message each day as I sit down to conduct my work and routine household obligations such as paying bills. It, of course, is somewhat intended to inspire me […]
Homemade Father’s Day Gift Idea: Chocolate Truffles
If you’ve never made homemade chocolate truffles, they’re a great gift. Take a look at these recipes to find the one dad will enjoy most! These homemade chocolate truffles may take a while to make, but the results will be well worth the effort and the wait. Ingredients: * 10 ounces finely chopped bittersweet chocolate […]
Things to Consider Before Adopting a Rescue Pet
Your child has been asking you to get them a dog or cat for quite some time. Truth be told, they’re beginning to wear you down. You could purchase a pet from a pet store or find one that’s being given away by someone in your area. Or you could adopt a pet from a […]
So You Want to Build Your Own Patio
Wouldn’t it be great to have a place to relax outdoors after a long day at work? A great do-it-yourself project is to learn how to build your own patio. With some time and hard work, you can create a getaway spot your whole family will enjoy. How to Begin Begin by laying out the […]
Simple Money Saving Grocery Shopping Tips
Everything is getting more expensive today. From gas to groceries, our hard-earned dollars are challenged to stretch further. Now, we may be able to ride a bicycle around town if we can’t put gas in our cars. But, we have to eat. There’s no getting around that. So, we have to find ways to spend […]
Ideas for Homemade Mother’s Day Gifts
Every year, my children seem to come up with a clever idea for a Mother’s Day gift (no doubt with a little help from rural hubby,) but what I love the most are the hand-crafted cards, pictures- items that you appreciate both for the time and for the love that is wrapped up in your gift. […]
Organizing Your Cleaning Products for Quick and Easy Cleaning
The more organized your cleaning products are, the faster you clean. This means you have more time for work and play. It can save you money too! These three simple steps will help you organize your cleaners and keep them organized. Step One: Baskets in each room. Buy or find a cleaning basket for each […]
Ten Easy Ways to Freshen Up Your Home
The spring is the perfect time to freshen up your home. It’s a time of change, renewal and warmer days. Once spring cleaning is done consider one of these ten easy ways to add a fresh touch to your home. 1. Open the windows. During the winter months the windows stay closed. Your indoor air […]
How to Control Moles In Your Garden The Natural Way
If you are having problems with moles but do not want to use poisons, there are some things you can do that are environmentally friendly and humane. Here are some tips on how to control moles naturally. If you don’t have any, consider adopting a cat or two. No farm should be without one for […]
10 Fun Family Ideas for Earth Day
Rural Mom welcomes guests Lynn Colwell and Corey Colwell-Lipson, mother and daughter and co-authors of Celebrate Green! Creating Eco-Savvy Holidays, Celebrations and Traditions for the Whole Family While Earth Day is about serious matters, why not use it as an opportunity to enjoy your family and focus on fun activities too. Here are 10 Earth Day […]
The Container Clutter Elimination Method
Has clutter taken over your home? If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed by clutter it’s time to get rid of it. However, sometimes just looking at the clutter can make you feel anxious. It can feel like too much to tackle. The container clutter elimination method makes it a manageable process. Regardless of how bad […]