Category Simplify

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6 Things Our Parents Never…

Nov 11, 20254 min read

Ah, the joys of adulthood! You finally get to experience the freedom…

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5 Parenting Worries Moms Had…

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Ah, the ’80s! Big hair, neon colors, and a whole lot of…

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6 Family Rules from the…

Nov 11, 20254 min read

Ah, the ’60s—a decade filled with groovy tunes, peace rallies, and a…

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5 Things Parents Used To…

Nov 10, 20254 min read

Remember the days when parenting seemed like a comedy sketch? Your parents…

A woman teaches a young girl to play the cello at home, focusing on positioning the bow.

7 Parenting Lessons from the…

Nov 10, 20254 min read

Parenting can sometimes feel like a never-ending quest for the latest advice…

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12 Family Traditions From the…

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12 Family Traditions From the ’80s and ’90s Worth Reviving The 1980s…

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13 Simple Family Rituals That…

Nov 10, 20256 min read

13 Simple Family Rituals That Create Lifelong Memories Building memories with your…

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6 Things Kids Used to…

Nov 10, 20253 min read

6 Things Kids Used to Do Outside Before Screens Took Over Remember…

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4 Things in Your Pantry…

Nov 10, 20253 min read

Sometimes I open my pantry and realize it’s been a while since…

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6 Things in Your Kitchen…

Nov 10, 20254 min read

I’ve noticed how quickly kitchen spaces can become crowded without us realizing…

About Me
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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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A couple argues in a modern kitchen, illustrating emotional tension and relationship challenges.
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