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Mother Says Forgiveness Is The Only Path Forward, But Her Adult…

Jul 26, 20264 min read

A mother was left unsettled when her adult child explained that the emotional distance between…

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17 Things You Haven’t Used In Over A Year

Jun 2, 20259 min read

You probably have items around your home that haven’t been touched in over a year.…

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15 Things You’re Keeping That Make You Look Disorganized

Jun 2, 20258 min read

You might not realize it, but holding onto certain items can make your space feel…

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15 Things You’re Keeping That Are Just Ugly

Jun 2, 20258 min read

Sometimes, you hold onto things that don’t do your space or style any favors. Whether…

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15 Things You’re Keeping That Are Ruining Your Decor

Jun 2, 20258 min read

Your home’s decor can feel off without you realizing why. Sometimes, the problem isn’t big…

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12 Signs You’re Addicted To Clutter in Your Home

Jun 2, 20257 min read

Clutter can start out as just a little mess, but sometimes it grows into something…

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13 Things Decluttering Experts Warn Against Tossing

Jun 1, 20257 min read

When you decide to declutter, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what to keep and…

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madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

Join me in my journey to declutter my life and live a simply beautiful life.