Best Plants for Your Rock Garden
Are you contemplating having a rock garden or just looking to update your current one? Not all plants will thrive well in a rockery setting, but when you find the right combination, it will be a stunning piece of your landscape! Designing Your Rock Garden Rockeries can be very effective means of descending a slope […]
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 Deliver Smart Sounds with Just a Touch
With busy, noisy distractions in our everyday lives, sometimes you just want to tune out! Thanks to my partnership with Best Buy, we’ve found a new innovative way to tune out the distractions and tune in to crystal clear superior sounds with the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700. No matter where you live, between work, […]
My New Plus Size Partner is Lola Getts!
I’ve always been a plus size gal. Even at my most fit, when I taught aerobics and had less than 15 percent body fat, I still wore plus size fashions. (Though in the 80’s and 90’s, they were sure hard to find!) Three kids and thirty years later, I’m now a larger plus size and […]
Hamilton Beach Eclectrics Stand Mixer Review
Hamilton Beach Eclectrics Stand Mixer is making my vegan baking successful since receiving one courtesy of the Hamilton Beach Company for review. This mixer is my first choice from researching the mixers that would meet my needs. Choosing an important kitchen tool like this is very important to me because I bake a lot. I […]
Quick Guide for Summer Lawn Care
Summer lawn care basically boils down to four tasks: mowing, re-seeding, weeding and watering. Staying on top of these tasks give you a healthier, hydrated, nutrient-rich lawn. Thanks to my partnership with Husqvarna, I’m inspired to share my quick guide for keeping your lawn healthy this summer. Healthier lawns need less maintenance, freeing up more […]
Why should you buy local and fresh?
Fresh produce is grown, sold and exported all around the country. The number one reason to buy local and fresh produce in your area is, of course, the freshness factor! The only way to come closer to 100 percent fresh vegetables and fruits is, of course, to grown your own. Why should you buy local […]
Poolside with Peanut Butter Chex
Ready for some summertime poolside recipe fun? This post is sponsored by General Mills. All thoughts and opinions are that of Rural Mom. When the summer temps soar into the 90’s, you are certain to find us poolside all day long. Splashing around in the water helps keep us cool and it’s a great family […]
Kid-Friendly Stops Along Historic Route 66
Route 66 is a meandering highway connecting small towns across the heart of America. Since it was decommissioned in the 1980’s, the “Mother Road” is perfectly paced for families to stop, play, and explore. There’s plenty to explore along your trip. This short list of “hidden” attractions that appeal to the younger set is only […]
Summer is Sweeter with Tru Fru Frozen Fresh Blueberries
Blueberry season is here and I couldn’t be happier! Thanks to our partnership with Tru Fru, I’m enjoying blueberries in an exciting new way this summer… read on! Tru Fru Frozen Fresh Blueberries are whole blueberries freshly frozen and immersed in white and dark chocolate. The result is a refreshing, decadent and delightful burst of […]
5 Do’s And Don’ts Of Wedding Fashion
One of the biggest decisions you’ll make after receiving that wedding invite is what the heck you’re going to wear. There’s a lot of great advice out there…but also a lot of bad advice, and in the interest of making sure you don’t embarrass yourself with a fashion faux pas, let’s look at the top […]
What’s Your Summer Wine Strategy?
Finding a good wine is a process that takes time, patience, and energy. While one person may be perfectly happy with a White Zinfandel, another may scoff at anything with less body than a Pinot Noir. Finding something that appeals to your palate can initially be a daunting task, but there are plenty of resources […]
How To Improve Your Health
Good health can be fleeting, but in this age of high stress, busy schedules and the demands of family and work, maintaining your health is more important than ever. There are several areas that may need attention to improve your overall health and wellness. How are you doing on the core areas? Check in with […]