My name is Melissa Ringstaff and I've been blogging since 2001. I'm a pastor's wife and homeschooling mom living in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Southeastern KY. I believe you can create a home you love and I'm here to help you do exactly that. I'm so glad you're here with me. I hope we can be friends!
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The MOB Dispatch: Your Weekly Homemaking Companion
Y’all I’m so excited to share this new weekly resource with you. It’s something I’ve been thinking about for a while now and formulating the idea. And now there’s something special about Thursdays. It’s the perfect day to pause, take a deep breath, and get ready to finish the week well. That’s why every Thursday,…
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