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7 Things You’re Holding Onto…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

I’ve noticed that sometimes we hold onto things long after they’ve stopped…

Five kids enjoy a playful day by the lake, climbing trees and bonding under clear skies.

6 Things Every ’90s Kid…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Ah, the ’90s. A time when we played outside until the streetlights…

Vibrant close-up of a child's hands covered in colorful paint, expressing creativity and fun.

7 Parenting Tricks from the…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Ah, the ’60s—a time of bell-bottoms, peace signs, and some surprisingly effective…

Two young girls sitting on a colorful playground slide, enjoying a sunny day outdoors.

5 Playground Habits from the…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Ah, the ’80s! A golden era of neon colors, cassette tapes, and,…

Group of kids joyfully jumping on rocks by the seaside. Fun and playful moment captured outdoors.

6 Things Parents Used To…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Ah, the good old days of childhood. Remember when kids could roam…

A cheerful child in a striped sweater jumps into a puddle on a sunny day in Czechia.

6 Parenting Rules from the…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Ah, the 1970s—a time of bell-bottoms, disco balls, and some parenting rules…

Pile of casual clothes on a wooden floor in a minimalistic room.

7 Things You Keep That…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Ever notice how some people have a knack for turning their homes…

Woman with dreadlocks sitting in a cozy, cluttered room checking her smartphone.

6 Things You Keep That…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

We’ve all been there—inviting friends over and suddenly feeling that twinge of…

A donation box filled with colorful clothing, symbolizing charity and community support.

5 Things You’ll Be Embarrassed…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

Let’s face it: we all have that one drawer, or maybe even…

A close-up of hands holding a retro game console playing a classic Mario game outdoors.

7 Things You Keep Out…

Nov 6, 20254 min read

It’s funny how we humans can be our own worst enemies sometimes,…

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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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