Author: Melissa Ringstaff

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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    How to Cook Boiled Eggs Perfectly Every Time

    Boiled eggs can be a simple, healthy snack. If you want to know the secret to cooking the perfect boiled egg, then keep reading! Today I’m sharing how to cook boiled eggs perfectly with a few different methods. In this blog post, I’m sharing tips and tricks that will help you boil the perfect egg…

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    Simple Apple Pie Recipes for Fall | Cozy Homemaking

    Fall would not be fall without eating an apple pie at least once. And every homemaker needs a good apple pie recipe that she feel confident making. Today I’m sharing a few delicious apple pie recipes for fall I think you’ll love. Years ago we planted an apple tree in our front yard and we’ve…

  • 10 Simple Tips for Beginners: Growing Fruit Trees

    In this post, you’ll learn some simple tips to grow fruit trees in your backyard. You’ll find out what you need to do for success. If you’ve ever wanted a fig tree or grapevine at home, we have the tips for growing these and other fruits successfully! One of the most rewarding things you can…

  • How to Simplify Meal Planning

    Meal planning can feel like an overwhelming task, but it doesn’t have to! Instead of looking at meal planning like just one more thing you need to do that stresses you out, let’s look at how to simplify meal planning so you save time and money! Maybe you can relate. It’s almost dinner time and…