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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Welcome to another episode on my channel! I’m Melissa Ringstaff, and today I’m excited to share with you my after-Christmas shopping trip to Goodwill. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or just curious about what you can find at Goodwill, join me as I explore, find, and discuss some unique and charming items in this after…
5 Whole Food Swaps that Save You Money
Want to eat healthier without spending more? These five easy food swaps will help you cut costs while keeping your meals nutritious and delicious. The secret to saving money without sacrificing nutrition isn’t in expensive health food stores—it’s in simple, everyday swaps that make a big impact. By choosing whole, minimally processed ingredients over pre-packaged…
Thrifty Thursday | Themed Dinner Ideas
Meal planning is such a great way to save time and money. And planning your meals can happen so much quicker when you use themed dinner ideas. Today I’m sharing some great ideas for your next Thrifty Thursday themed dinner. I hope you love this collection of budget friendly meal ideas! This list of Thrifty Thursday or budget friendly…
Q & A: Salad Dressings and Baking Powder
I mentioned the other day that I was working on making more foods from scratch and I received this question: Q: How did you learn to make your own baking powder? I’d love to know that – avoid the aluminum additives… And have you shared your dressing recipes on your blog yet? I’m new here…
Meal Prep 101 for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know
Is getting dinner on the table every day a challenge or do you find yourself dreading packing the same old lunch every day? I have a solution for you that will make your life so much easier. Meal prep is an easy way to get dinner on the table without spending all day in the…
Simple Suppers for Cozy November Evenings
If you’ve ever stood in the kitchen at 5 p.m. wondering what’s for dinner, you’re not alone. What if supper could be easy, comforting, and made with what you already have on hand? When the days get shorter and the evenings turn chilly, it’s nice to have a few easy, go-to meals you can make…