Do you only have one kitchen sink?

Many people have opted to have only one kitchen (farm) sink.  Although it is beautiful, it may have significant drawbacks.  When you fill the sink with hot soapy dishwater, it is great to have that much room.  However after a few "rinses", you have messed up the balance of soap/water ratio and also have no place to pour used liquid.  Solution:  Choose the largest pan to be washed and use it as a temporary dishpan.  You can maintain the proper dishwater and allow for hot rinse water to do its job too.  When finished, the pan is also clean and your sink is back to normal.