What Mulching Material Shoud You Use?
Fall is an excellent time to use mulching material in your garden. Why should you use mulch? To protect plants for the upcoming winter weather. Many mulches also help add nutrients to the soil over the winter months. But, what mulching material should you use? Aren’t they all the same? Mulching is an essential part […]
When Should You Take A Sick Day From Work?
Cold and flu season is upon us. The holiday season is awesome, but it often means we are out and about more, upping the chances of catching a cold. Taking a sick day from work can be tricky during the busy season, but it’s often the right thing to do for you and all your […]
Getting Your Home Ready for the Winter Months Ahead
As a well known saying goes, winter is coming. We’re making our way into fall and the leaves are changing color and beginning to drop from the trees. The temperature is getting colder and we’re beginning to experience more rain, wind and other adverse weather conditions. Of course, many of us are looking forward to […]
Make Gardening Your Hobby With These Simple Steps
Have you ever thought about taking up gardening as a hobby? Most people haven’t, as the general idea is a garden is primarily for sustanance. However, this is not the case. Yes, gardening to feed your family is excellent, but you can garden for many other reasons. Some people love flower gardening. It’s great for […]
Plan a Book Club Movie Night with WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING
To be honest, when our book club chose “Where The Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens, I didn’t race out to get the book. For truly unknown reasons, (may have been the book cover?) I was uninspired by the choice. Reluctantly, I picked up a copy. Mainly because I didn’t want to be the one at […]
MINIONS: The Rise of Gru – Awesome for Family Movie Night!
We adore Minions. Wish we had Minions! Wouldn’t that be amazing? But since we aren’t able to find and befriend any real-life Minions, we’re happy to be able to watch their adorable antics in the new MINIONS: The Rise of Gru. Now available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray, and DVD, the animated movie of the […]
5 Important Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Europe
Are you dreaming of traveling to Europe this summer? Perhaps you finally want to see all the famous landmarks or can’t get enough of the culture and history. However, as with any trip, it’s essential to plan ahead and know what to expect. Visiting another country can be a unique experience, but it also comes […]
How to Select the Best Roofing Installers
Recently, the folks on the farm across from us had a new roof installed. It was fascinating to watch how quickly and efficiently the roofing installers worked to produce a lovely result. Finding a quality company, like that, is key to having a beautiful and reliable home improvement. Getting the right roofing installer for your […]
A Clean Room Is A Happy Room
At some point, you’ve likely heard someone suggest that your environment is often a reflection of what’s going on inside you. That can be true. For example, if we are stressed, sometimes our surroundings get chaotic as we don’t have time or energy to tidy them. It’s not always the case, though. We may be […]
Seven Indications That Your HVAC System is Failing
With cooler weather on the horizon, it’s a good time check your HVAC! Suspect you have problems? There are many signs that your heating system may be failing. These include weird noises, poor indoor air quality, and carbon monoxide leaks. You might even find a weird odor in your home. If you spot any of […]
4 Quick Ways to Make Your Bedroom a More Tranquil Space
Do you ever come home after a frustrating day of work, only to find that laying in bed isn’t as relaxing as you hoped it would be? Do you have trouble sleeping? Or do you get sleepy, then head to your bedroom and suddenly feel wide awake? It could be that your sleep space needs […]
Travel at Home: Support Local Businesses and Farmers
Sometimes, travel is outside of our budget or time constraints. There’s also some concern with traveling in the winter, when viruses tend to run rampant. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy treats from your favorite destinations, including your own state! At Rural Mom, our mission is always to support small businesses and farmers […]