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19 Decluttering Myths to Stop…

Jul 6, 202511 min read

In today’s fast-paced world, we often find ourselves surrounded by clutter. It’s…

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15 Clutter Habits That Ruin…

Jul 5, 20259 min read

No matter how organized we think we are, there’s always that one…

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11 Vintage Trinkets Grandma Never…

Jul 5, 20257 min read

We all have those cherished memories of rummaging through Grandma’s attic or…

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15 Ways Consumerism Wrecks Your…

Jul 5, 20257 min read

In our fast-paced, consumption-driven society, it’s easy to get caught up in…

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16 Decluttering Mistakes Moms Regret

Jul 5, 20257 min read

Motherhood is an incredible journey filled with a myriad of joys, challenges,…

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12 Ways to Childproof (or…

Jul 4, 20255 min read

When you have a little one (two-legged or four-legged) in your home,…

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11 Everyday Items That Could…

Jul 4, 20257 min read

We often think of fire hazards as things like leaving the stove…

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15 Clutter Items to Get…

Jul 3, 20258 min read

Moving can be an overwhelming task, especially when you realize just how…

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16 Items You’ll Regret Tossing…

Jul 3, 20258 min read

Decluttering feels great until you realize you’ve tossed something useful or important.…

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10 Things Better Left Behind…

Jul 3, 20255 min read

Moving to a new home can be an exciting, albeit stressful, experience.…

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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