When I think about how healthy my refrigerator is, I think about the contents inside, meaning do I have an overload of junk food or am I sporting a nice variety of fruits, veggies and nutrient rich food choices on the shelves? But, I should be equally concerned about the health of my refrigerator in […]
Usually, when we see ice sculptures, it’s at a wedding or other formal affair. If you’ve ever been to St. Paul, Minnesota in January, you may have seen some amazing sculptures created during the winter carnival (it’s tops on my favorite festival activities to watch, and totally worth the trip to see!) The beauty of […]
Do you need a fresh start next year? Are you looking for ways to supplement your income? Could you use a little boost next week and might be able to run errands for others? Many people are in need of help around their home. They need someone to help them, decorate, organize, clean or run […]
At age 2, my grand daughter is already mesmerized by the Little Pet Shop cartoons and toys. My youngest son (though he likely won’t admit this) also enjoys this cuddliest crew, as do I. I think the major appeal is the innocent, endearing big eyes of these adorable cartoon animals and certainly they are filled with more […]
Sometimes, many of the problems in our world seem so remote, so distant from our day to day lives. It’s easy to turn off the news or turn blinders to things that are not prevalent in our personal communities. But, sadly, many of these ills are at our doorstep. As a mother, I find child […]
We use fabric for crafts and sewing for many variant reasons. Some just love to create clothing and accessories because they can make them as unique as they like. Others sew to save money on clothes, or to make a living. And others like to create one-of-a-kind gifts for those they care about. But no matter […]
It’s hard to resist a good pie. It’s perhaps the quintessential dessert making an appearance throughout holiday celebrations and on supper tables throughout the year. But a dinner pie? I one thought that was reserved for Shepherds and tomatoes, but Savory Pies: Delicious Recipes for Seasoned Meats, Vegetables and Cheeses Baked in Perfectly Flaky Crusts opened my eyes to […]
When planning a crafting project, one of the most basic consideration is what colors to use. Sometimes a color inspires you to create a project but other times it’s the hardest choice to make. There are just so many beautiful colors to choose from! Here are some things to consider when selecting a color scheme […]
Please give a warm Rural Mom welcome for author Kathleen Irene Paterka who joins us today to discuss her bestseller novel, Fatty Patty. “Fatty Patty” is book one of the James Bay Novel series which introduces us to Patty Perreault, a twin who seems to have gotten the plump end of the gene pool, some […]
