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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…

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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…

Vintage-style interior with framed portraits on a dark green wall, ornate gold frames surrounding artwork of historical figures, unique bronze statue lamp of a kneeling figure

10 Expert Tips for Spotting…

Apr 14, 20255 min read

Not all antiques are what they seem—and if you’re buying, selling, or…

American flag displayed outside a green suburban house with fall leaves and patches of snow on the ground

12 Signs You Grew Up…

Apr 14, 20256 min read

Some homes didn’t just fly the flag—they lived it. If you grew…

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I Wish I’d Saved These…

Apr 14, 20256 min read

As you look back on the ’90s, you might recall some of…

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Turns Out These 10 ‘Valuable’…

Apr 13, 20255 min read

We’ve all heard the stories—someone finds an old collectible and it’s worth…

Close Up Photo Of Person Throwing Paper Into A Trash Bin

15 Things You’ll Regret Throwing…

Apr 13, 20257 min read

Decluttering feels great—until you realize you tossed something valuable, sentimental, or irreplaceable.…

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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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