Thursday, January 1, 2026

Rural Living

11 Ideas for Fun Family Activities

By: Jody Mace     From the serious to the seriously silly, here are 11 unforgettable things to do with your brood before they fly the coop.   Volunteer...

Family Grocery Shopping Tips

Want your family to eat healthier? It all starts with your grocery shopping list. If your cupboards and fridge are full of mostly good-for-you foods, everyone...

Making Your Home a Sanctuary for Your Family

By Sabrina McDonald   One of my favorite movie scenes is from Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame. In this scene, the city is burning all around...

The Power of Food and the Importance of Family Recipes

By: Kate Walling   As a child I remember waking up early to the smell of my grandmother's cooking. She would rise at 6 or 7...

10 Ways to Bring Your Family Together Every Day

By: Apryl Duncan   Between soccer practice and status updates, today's families are busier than ever. Yours is no different. You feel overscheduled and like your...

5 Cheap Family Vacation Ideas

By Trent Hamm   SUMMER BRINGS LOTS OF beautiful weather. For many families, that means the kids are at home. If you haven't thought about a family vacation, it's...

Family meals may boost kids’ physical, mental health

By Honor Whiteman It's lovely, isn't it? Gathering around the table at Christmas time and enjoying the company of our loved ones. But family dining...

Allowances: When and How Much?

Most child specialists agree that the best way for kids to learn about handling money is to have some to handle. An allowance is...