Purging! January has been about clearing out our space since we have pretty well decided to renovate rather than look for a new home. So in our small space everything becomes about efficiency – and letting go.
This is a hard thing for me to do. Because that gift you gave me 5 years ago? Likely still in my house. That box of random stuff I didn’t unpack when we moved here 9 years ago? Still under the stairs. I have a hard time letting go. I put sentimental value on almost everything.
Is it because I can’t let go of history and memories? Absolutely, that’s part of it. I also collect a lot of antiques and hold on to them (even the ones that collect dust).
But I worked hard in the new year to give some items up (as you can see in the picture above). With only one double bed in the house, why did we have 5 changes of bedding? Or 20 extra pillow case covers?
Fortunately, in my area, charities call and offer to come pick up household items to be donated. They sort and sell these items to raise money for their causes, so it’s a win-win for all of us. I just wait for the call and get to work.
I’m proud about letting go, and I feel good. Getting rid of too much stuff is like a weight being lifted. I still have more items to clear out – the toys and storage rooms still have to be looked at. But I’m taking it step by step.
Do you find it easy to clear out your stuff? Or do you hold on like I do?
