a woman holding a baby in a hospital bed

After 8 Grueling Months on the Transplant List, Mom Announces, “My…

Feb 22, 20266 min read

You feel the weight of eight months as if it were your own—endless hospital nights,…

overloaded dishwasher, dishes stacked tightly, mixed utensils and plates, top and bottom racks full, cramped arrangement, kitchen setting

12 Things I Wish I’d Never Put in the Dishwasher

Jul 23, 20256 min read

Dishwashers are a godsend for many of us, saving us from wasting time on a…

Image by Freepik

12 Ways I Save Money on Home Decor

Jul 23, 20256 min read

Everyone deserves to have a home that’s not only comfortable and functional, but also visually…

Woman Checking a Lampshade

12 Ways I Make My Home Feel More Open With Lighting

Jul 23, 20257 min read

We often underestimate the power of lighting when it comes to home decor. It’s not…

Image by Freepik

15 Items I Always Keep in My Bedroom Closet for Organization

Jul 23, 202511 min read

Keeping your bedroom closet organized may seem like a daunting task, but it’s a lot…

Image by Freepik

14 Things I Stopped Doing That Made My Home Feel More…

Jul 23, 20257 min read

We all crave a home that’s not only welcoming but also organized and clutter-free. However,…

rpnickson/Unsplash

10 Things I Stopped Doing That Made My Home Easier to…

Jul 23, 20256 min read

I used to feel as though maintaining a clean and organized home was a never-ending…

About Me
Image Not Found

madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

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