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6 Things That Make Decluttering…

Nov 27, 20254 min read

Decluttering can feel overwhelming, and knowing where to start often makes it…

4 Things You Should Stop…

4 Things You Should Stop…

Nov 27, 20253 min read

Cleaning your home might seem straightforward, but certain habits can slow you…

6 Things You Should Fix…

6 Things You Should Fix…

Nov 27, 20254 min read

When something in your home breaks, it’s tempting to replace it right…

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6 Things Making Your Home…

Nov 24, 20254 min read

Your home should feel inviting and comfortable, but sometimes the way a…

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6 Things People Notice First…

Nov 23, 20254 min read

When you walk into a well-styled room, certain details catch your eye…

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4 Thrift Store Items That…

Nov 23, 20253 min read

Thrift stores might seem like just places for low-cost finds, but they…

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4 Old-School Skills Boomers Had…

Nov 20, 20253 min read

Many skills that previous generations, like Boomers, learned as part of everyday…

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6 Things From Grandma’s House…

Nov 20, 20254 min read

When you start sorting through your grandma’s belongings, you might find more…

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4 Rules Homeowners Commonly Forget…

Nov 19, 20253 min read

Owning a home comes with many responsibilities, and it’s easy to overlook…

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7 School Rules from the…

Nov 7, 20254 min read

Ah, the ’70s—a decade full of bell-bottoms, disco balls, and a certain…

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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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