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A cozy bedroom display with a wooden bed frame, striped bedding, and multiple light sources including bedside lamps, wall sconces, and a ceiling pendant. The space is decorated with botanical-patterned curtains, a round mirror, and a floating shelf with books and deco

17 Declutter Tasks for a…

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Sleep is essential for our bodies and minds to function properly. Yet,…

A well-organized garage workspace featuring red and black built-in Craftsman cabinets, a stainless steel workbench with tools and a toolbox, several industrial stools, a vertical sports ball rack, and a silver refrigerator

12 Things I Never Store…

Jul 15, 20256 min read

A garage can often become a catch-all for items that we don’t…

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14 Things I Stopped Collecting…

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If you’re like me, you’ve probably looked around your house and felt…

12 Antiques I Inherited That…

12 Antiques I Inherited That…

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When we inherit antiques, we often underappreciate their true value due to…

11 Things I Never Store…

11 Things I Never Store…

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Your kitchen is the heart of your home, the place where meals…

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14 Decluttering Tips I Learned…

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We all have those moments where we look around our homes and…

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10 Storage Solutions I Wish…

Jul 14, 20256 min read

There’s a good chance you’re reading this because, like me, you’ve found…

On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin

10 Old Books I Found…

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I’ve always been a lover of old books, their worn-out covers and…

13 Old Toys I Saved…

13 Old Toys I Saved…

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We all have that one box in the attic or basement, filled…

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15 Things I Wish I’d…

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The decision to downsize your home isn’t one to be taken lightly.…

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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