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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Having a dishwasher is fantastic. I highly recommend owning a dishwasher if you are able. But regardless of whether you won a dishwasher or wash all of your dishes by hand, it’s very important to know how to wash your dirty dishes properly by hand. So, today I’m sharing with you the basic steps for…
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