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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 Create a Functional Kitchen on a Budget

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    The Kitchen Reset Challenge: Create an Organized, Functional Kitchen

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