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10 Products from the ’70s…

Apr 16, 20255 min read

The 1970s was a vibrant decade known for its unique trends and…

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8 Inherited Items You’re Better…

Apr 16, 20254 min read

Not every inherited item needs to be boxed up and saved forever.…

10 Ways to Tell If…

10 Ways to Tell If…

Apr 16, 20255 min read

As you sort through your old belongings, you might stumble upon childhood…

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12 Old Office Supplies That…

Apr 15, 20256 min read

You might have a treasure trove of hidden gems lurking in your…

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10 Dining Room Items That…

Apr 15, 20255 min read

When it comes to dining room decor, some items may hold more…

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How to Sort Through a…

Apr 15, 20255 min read

Sorting through a parent’s belongings after their passing can be an emotional…

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13 Things That Were Totally…

Apr 15, 20256 min read

The ‘70s were a wild, wonderful time—lava lamps, shag carpet, and no…

Two young girls in white tops and jeans joyfully jump on a messy bed in a modern, art-decorated bedroom

10 Things You Did as…

Apr 15, 20255 min read

Growing up often involved a fair share of mischief and adventure. Many…

8 Things Kids Did After…

8 Things Kids Did After…

Apr 15, 20254 min read

Before smartphones and endless scrolling, kids actually did things after school—and most…

Two children play in a wooden treehouse, one leaning out the window, the other joyfully tossing leaves into the air

13 Ways Childhood Was Very…

Apr 14, 20257 min read

Let’s be honest—kids today would probably need a permission slip to ride…

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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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