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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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10 Hoarding Habits That Compromise Your Home’s Value
Furniture obstructing pathways in a living room, oversized couches, coffee tables, chairs crammed together, limited walking space, cluttered floor with scattered items, dim ambient lighting
Hands applying retro orange, black, and white patterned wallpaper to a white wall, close-up view
Charming European-style house with a sloped tile roof, wooden balcony, and green vines climbing the facade, surrounded by lush landscaping, flower planters, and a curved paved road under a clear blue sky
Sloped roof with heavy moss buildup on brown shingles next to a wooden house wall and window
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A cozy bedroom corner with a gold floor lamp featuring a distressed gold leaf finish, positioned beside a beige armchair. The room includes light brown curtains, vintage wooden cabinets, a floral rug, and soft lighting from large windows
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Modern living room interior, gray sofa, leather armchairs, wooden coffee table with decor, TV console with artwork, patterned rug, indoor plants, open layout leading to a dining area