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Before Kids I Feared a Boring Life — Now I Fear…

Feb 27, 20266 min read

You used to worry about running out of excitement and becoming predictable. After kids arrived,…

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9 Leather Clothing Items To Hunt for at Thrift Stores

Aug 27, 20256 min read

Leather has long been associated with quality, durability, and timeless style. While new leather goods…

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10 Denim Pieces To Hunt for at Thrift Stores

Aug 27, 20257 min read

With vintage fashion trends making waves again, denim has stepped back into the spotlight as…

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10 Vintage Clothing Staples Making a Comeback

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Fashion always comes full circle, and right now vintage clothing is having its moment in…

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11 State Quarters That Are Actually Worth Something

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Collecting coins isn’t just about filling an album—it can also uncover some serious value. Many…

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10 Stamps That Are More Valuable Than They Look

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Stamp collecting may sound like an old-fashioned hobby, but for many collectors, these tiny pieces…

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Are Your Childhood Barbie Dolls Valuable? Collectors Say Yes

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Close your eyes and think back to your childhood for a moment. Remember the joy…

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madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

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