My Rural Mom friend suggested to me… America’s Favorite Recipes! As you’ve no doubt figured out, we’re wild about great recipes around here and I have to confess, I have more than my share of cookbooks in my Rural Mom kitchen (but, you really can’t ever have enough cookbooks… can you?) In any case, if […]
Each year, our stockings are hung by the fish tank (we don’t have a chimney) with care and like many, my children will find them filled with goodies on Christmas morning. My general go-to staples generally include a little holiday candy and gum, which are always well received. Filling the stockings this year will be […]
My Rural Mom friend suggested to me… Farm Guides for Embracing Sustainability! Topping our list is a book no rural bookshelf should be without. The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 40th Anniversary Edition is an enchanting book chock full of crazy-good information you will turn to over and over again! First written at the height […]
Growing up, I didn’t have an allowance. It’s not something my parents could have afforded to do. They did, however, instill terrific values and certainly encouraged and supported good work ethics. Though I’m sure it was a hardship for him, my father helped ensure that my paper route was completed (especially in rough weather conditions) […]
My Rural Mom friend suggested to me… 43 Projects from The Homebuilt Winery! As everyone who appreciates a nice glass of wine knows, there’s a lot more to wine crafting than growing the perfect grape. The Homebuilt Winery: 43 Projects for Building and Using Winemaking Equipment is a comprehensive reference dedicated to helping home winemakers build […]
Of the 15 toys recalled in the United States so far this year because of the dangers they pose to children, 10 were manufactured in China. Chinese drywall imported from 2001 to 2007 released sulfur gas that sickened homeowners and corroded wiring, air-conditioning systems and other metal surfaces. Many of those homeowners are still trying […]
My Rural Mom friend suggested to me… A Cookbook Chock Full of Amazing Holiday Recipes! I love cooking, but during the holiday, even I get worn out with the continuous baking and festive meal prep. Wouldn’t you just love to have a delicious holiday meal that virtually cooks itself? Or some side help for the holidays […]
Wouldn’t you love to select the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday shopping list? Then take a gander at our top gifts selections for this year’s holiday gift giving season… you’ll be certain to find plenty of inspiration (and a printable shopping list, too!) Rural Mom Top Gifts 2012
New Heelys Swift style have removable wheels My boys have been fussing on and on about Heelys for some time now but I really didn’t have a clear idea why. Initially, I dismissed it. As we live in the country, dirt roads are plenty, opportunity to skate on concrete is not. When our town built a […]
