Category Simplify

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After Years of Babysitting My…

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Ah, family dynamics! Just when you think you’ve got it all figured…

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I Bought an Abandoned Storage…

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You won’t believe what happened when I decided to take a leap…

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We Thought the Attic Was…

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Picture this: a sunny Saturday afternoon, the kind that practically begs you…

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How to Turn Trader Joe’s…

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They can turn a simple Trader Joe’s bunch into a florist-quality Valentine’s…

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Some Homeowners Put Pool Noodles…

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They notice simple fixes when a fridge feels empty or cluttered, and…

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Experts Say Opening Windows in…

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You can stop winter moisture from damaging your walls, windows, and finishes…

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How much toilet paper a…

Feb 11, 20265 min read

Toilet paper is one of those background essentials that only becomes visible…

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One Mom Says, “I Think…

Feb 11, 20266 min read

You can feel shock, shame, and a strange relief all at once…

A newborn baby peacefully sleeps on the mother's chest, capturing a tender moment of love and comfort.

One Mom Says, “I Accidentally…

Feb 11, 20265 min read

You’ve felt every minute of those long nights and tried more tricks…

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“Another Mom Implied Something Was…

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You know the sting when someone hints that something’s wrong with your…

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 couple in a cozy living room packing boxes during a move.
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Couple sharing a heartfelt embrace holding a positive pregnancy test outdoors.
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A couple sits indoors on a sofa, both appearing thoughtful and contemplative.
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