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4 Things Local Regulations Might…

Nov 19, 20253 min read

Local regulations shape many aspects of your neighborhood and everyday life. They…

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5 Parenting Rules From the…

Nov 19, 20254 min read

Parenting styles have changed a lot since the 1980s, reflecting how much…

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4 Outdoor Changes That May…

Nov 19, 20253 min read

When you’re thinking about making changes to your outdoor space, it’s important…

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6 Old-School Parenting Habits Boomers…

Nov 19, 20254 min read

Parenting styles have changed a lot over the years, but many boomers…

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5 Homeownership Myths That Could…

Nov 19, 20253 min read

Buying a home can feel exciting but also confusing, especially with so…

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4 Retro Parenting Traditions Kids…

Nov 19, 20253 min read

Parenting traditions have shifted quite a bit over the years, and many…

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6 Landscaping Choices Worth Double-Checking…

Nov 19, 20254 min read

When planning your landscaping, it’s easy to get excited and rush into…

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5 Things Boomers Let Kids…

Nov 19, 20253 min read

Growing up as a Baby Boomer meant experiencing a childhood quite different…

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6 Things Parents Today Stress…

Nov 19, 20254 min read

Parenting today looks very different from what previous generations experienced. You’re likely…

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4 Things Kids Did in…

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Growing up in the ’90s meant a lot of freedom that today’s…

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Madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

Join me in my journey to declutter my life and live a simply beautiful life.

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