How in the world did we (me) accumulate so much darn junk?!
"DE cluttering will calm your spirit, clear your mind and increase your ability to enjoy your current situation, your family and relationships—your life!" (This is a quote from today's 'Everyday Cheapskate' newsletter) Sign me up for a calm spirit and clear mind!!!
We spent the last couple of days trying to find space for all this crap we have accumulated and continue to hold onto As it feels good to find a place for it all (and we do have plenty of storage), I find myself wondering why, why, why do I keep it? We've moved boxes and never took their contents out! Is it to store it, to have 'things' that I may some day need? Does it comfort me? Sounds like I grew up in the great Depression, doesn't it? My friend, Paula, used to tease me because of the 'stuff' I would keep in my desk. She lovingly called me a hoarder. While I know I'm not that I do know I have a hard time letting go of 'things.' I also know my life feels much better when I'm organized so I bet I would be on top of the world if I got rid of more JUNK! I do long for a simpler life.
Ok - since it's on everyone's mind, lets say a few words about the weather. Today I hear that darn wind blowing around our condo (we are now in the end unit with openness all around). It just sounds so darn cold - and, of course, it is - with a wind chill of -15 degrees. Yesterday was warm - in the high 20s so I went on a walk with Dan and Riley - all around the park. It was absolutely beautiful and that was a big big thing because I HATE the cold. As I often say, it is what it is so I need to get over it! Of course, I doubt that I'll go walking today. We have a beautiful view out the back of our condo and the old lady next door feeds the birds so there are some good things to enjoy. I imagine you, Susie, can give us a lesson on cold chill! Of course, Lori, you can too because I'm sure it feels equally as cold and bitter - just in different degrees and comfort levels. It has been an amazing winter, hasn't it?
I'm on my way to find a whole bunch of 'stuff' to give, sell or use and I know I will be successful. I'll be so darn happy and at peace before long you two will be so jealous! Like so many things, organization always reminds me of Diane - she was always striving to find ways to organize her 'stuff' and she did a pretty good job of it. Wish she were here to guide me. :-(
Love you sisters!
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Interesting both of us were writing a post at the same time. I certainly could relate to all you had to say, especially in the light of my lost items. If I lived a simple life with few possessions I would be able to find anything I laid down. I thought I was doing pretty good at getting rid of stuff, but I guess not. I might be without electricity if I don't find that bill.
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ReplyDeleteWhen I declutter, It seems I always find room to fill with more clutter. What's with that?
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