Category Simplify

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5 Things Guests Notice First…

Nov 4, 20253 min read

When guests walk into a home, their attention often goes to certain…

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6 Things You Keep Out…

Nov 4, 20254 min read

Sometimes, we hold onto things out of a sense of obligation, even…

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7 Things You’re Saving That…

Nov 4, 20254 min read

I’ve noticed that when it comes to saving things, I often hang…

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5 Things Boomers Keep That…

Nov 4, 20253 min read

I’ve noticed how many Baby Boomers hold on to things that seem…

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10 Items You Should Never…

Nov 3, 20256 min read

Sharing things online has become a big part of how I connect…

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9 Surprising Times You Need…

Nov 3, 20257 min read

Getting rid of junk can seem straightforward, but sometimes it’s more complicated…

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8 Things You Should Never…

Nov 3, 20255 min read

Renting a dumpster can make clearing out your home or handling a…

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10 Rules About Curbside Pickup…

Nov 3, 20257 min read

Curbside pickup has become a popular way to shop—offering convenience and saving…

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9 Decluttering Hacks That Could…

Nov 3, 20256 min read

I’ve always thought decluttering was just about making my home look nicer…

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7 Things You Might Be…

Nov 3, 20255 min read

I’ve always thought my home was just a safe place to keep…

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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