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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Originally published February 2011. Updated February 2025. I have four girls still at home. We have a lot of laundry. There are two ways I make laundry chores easier for myself are: #1 My two teen daughters do their own laundry. They have set days. Sarah’s laundry day is Sunday and Emily’s is Monday. This means…
Daily Disciplines for Every Homemaker
Keeping a neat house isn’t the easiest of tasks, but having self discipline can sure make it easier. That’s why today I’m sharing daily disciplines for every homemaker – tasks and activities that really make a difference in how you manage your home. What does the word “homemaker” make you think of? Most of us…
Thrift with Me & Thrift Haul #1 | Home Decor
Welcome to my very first Thrift Haul video. 🙂 You can watch the video and read the transcript below. 🙂 I had so much fun making this video and it was actually a collaboration with a few other YouTubers I recently met. Hi everyone! My name is Melissa Ringstaff and I just want to welcome…
15+ Practical Ideas to Help You Master Your Fall Routine
Imagine a day when everything goes smoothly, and you aren’t racing against the clock. Sounds like a dream, right? For many busy moms, finding time for everything can feel like trying to solve a giant puzzle with pieces always moving and changing. Juggling work, family, (maybe you’re homeschooling), and fun time is no easy task!…
How to be a More Effective Homemaker
If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t get it all done or why homemaking seems so hard, you’re not alone! Learning to be an effective homemaker is possible and today I want to share some of my best tips. Plus, we’ll be looking at how you spend your time during the day and at the bottom of this post you’ll find a free printable time tracker for homemakers.
Decluttering Your Home in 4 Easy Steps
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the clutter in your home? I know I have. The chaos can be disheartening, but here’s the good news: decluttering your home is manageable, and you are more than capable of overcoming the clutter in your home. The key to decluttering your home and keeping it that way is…