Category Simplify

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‘Am I a bad person…

Jan 8, 202610 min read

Few choices feel heavier than deciding whether a child should live full…

Collection of vintage items on shelves and floor.

Man Wants to Toss a…

Jan 8, 20269 min read

A holiday visit from extended family has spiraled into a full‑blown food…

Artistic shot of hanging light bulbs with a beautiful bokeh background effect.

Homeowners Are Ditching LEDs and…

Jan 8, 202611 min read

Incandescent bulbs were supposed to be relics, pushed aside by compact fluorescents…

Young woman looking at smartphone screen of smartphone.

6 Red Flags That Someone…

Jan 8, 20269 min read

Modern phones quietly log locations, record audio, and stream video, which makes…

A woman's hand with red nails selecting leather jackets on hangers.

6 Closet Items Most People…

Jan 7, 20264 min read

We all have that one closet. You know the one: it’s a…

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5 Clothing Items That Rarely…

Jan 7, 20264 min read

We’ve all been there: staring at a closet bursting with clothes, yet…

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7 Closet Staples That Quietly…

Jan 7, 20264 min read

We’ve all been there: standing in front of a closet that feels…

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6 Old Garage Tools People…

Jan 7, 20265 min read

Ah, the garage—a treasure trove of memories, projects gone awry, and, let’s…

Hearty meat dish with corn and peppers served with salsa.

5 Old Fashioned Household Staples…

Jan 7, 20264 min read

In our fast-paced, gadget-laden world, it’s easy to get swept up in…

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7 Traditional Home Items Grandma…

Jan 7, 20264 min read

Let’s take a moment to appreciate our grandmothers. They’re the wise sages…

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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A joyful teacher hugging two smiling girls of different ethnicities indoors.
Pregnant woman in activewear enjoys wellness indoors, holding baby bump in a cozy setting.
Two women relax at home. One reads on the sofa while the other is at the kitchen counter.
A couple having a serious discussion indoors; one looks upset while the other gestures expressively.
Large audience gathered in a spacious auditorium for a presentation or event with stage view.
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Close-up of a person with red backpack by a serene lakeside.
woman in black coat sitting on chair
Captivating portrait of a cheerful young woman outdoors in Tbilisi, showcasing natural beauty.