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 Disconnected Family
From Chaos to Calm: Day 72 You can read the rest of this series here. Scripture Memory: We all make many mistakes, but those who control their tongues can also control themselves in every other way. James 3:2 A few weeks ago, I was on facebook and noticed a “status” on a friend’s page that…
How to Start an Herb Garden
Ready to bring fresh, flavorful herbs into your kitchen? Starting your own herb garden is easier than you think, and it can transform your cooking and home with just a few simple steps. Are you dreaming of fresh and delicious homegrown herbs? Starting an herb garden is simple, even for beginners. Today I’m sharing practical…
How to Make a Summer Berry Cherry Fruit Crisp
This easy Berry Cherry Fruit Crisp comes together in one cast iron skillet with sweet, juicy fruit and a buttery oat topping that’s hard to resist. Yesterday I was out running errands and doing some antiquing for a video in Lexington, Kentucky, when my husband called and said that an old friend of his from…
Salt Dough Man of Sorrows Christmas Ornament
Man of Sorrows Christmas Ornament Jesus was a man acquainted with grief. Isaiah 53:3-5 Salt Dough Brown food coloring Red food coloring red ribbon Divide a small amount of dough into four pieces. Color one with the brown food coloring, color another smaller piece with the red, making a pink color, and another smaller piece use…
The Best Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins for Breakfast
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An Old-Fashioned Summer: Classic Outdoor Games for Kids
When I was a girl, summer had a sound to it. The slap of a screen door. Mama hollering that supper was ready. And that low hum of cicadas meant the day was finally cooling off. Do you remember staying outside until the lightning bugs came out? Because I sure do. We didn’t come in…