Purging Again

[2dream]

It drives me nuts, not having things placed logically and neatly labeled and accessible.

My DH says, wheres the adventure in having everything logically and neatly placed? How else are we going to get a break from our normal routine if you know exactly where everything is?

And then there is the pleasant surprise factor. Don't it feel good to run across something you have been looking for forever.

Thats DH and his theory. As for me- well lets just say

 

[noobiechickenlady]

I need some help for sure!

Back when I was doing flylady, I had the habit of clearing several things out each and every day. I would spend 15 minutes going through one area (drawer, closet, room, whatever).

But that's fallen by the wayside, what with school starting back, work load going up at my job (wheee!).

BUT! This thread has inspired me. Tonight, I vow to spend 15 minutes in my bedroom before bed, cleaning, sorting & tossing.

 

[Panther Creek Homestead]

Have to say I love Flylady! But cannot seem to keep on the wagon, so to speak.

Maybe a good two hours at the computer reading her posts will get my house clean, LOL!

Sheila

 

[Dace]

Ahhhhh....FlyLady!

I have to admit that I love Flylady. I am a naturally disorganized person who does not notice a pile growing (or dirt on the floor) until it is a glaring eyesore....then I figure it needs my attention!

When we were packing I found my old FL binder....I had written up daily chores...morning, afternoon and before bed. When I used that binder daily my house was cleaner and more organized than it had ever been!

When I found that little red binder I gave it a hug and set it in a special spot so that as soon as I finish getting unpacked I can put it into action!

Call me a nerd, I dont care

 

[Javamama]

I have a great book you guys should read - It's called "It's Just My Nature" by Carol Tuttle. It is the best book I have ever read on why we are how we are, and you WILL find yourself in it and learn why you do things the way you do. It's not a personality typing thing, but she does put everyone into one of 4 types. It sounds like I contradicted myself there, but the typing has to do with "how we move through life" as she puts it. There's no weird stuff in it, just human nature observation. It has helped me and DH accept each other's tendencies, and now I can see why children do things the way they do - and accept them. Very eye opening. This book did more for our marriage than counseling ever could have.

FYI - She does have some theological stuff on one of her wesites that she does and I'm not into, but it's separate from the book for the most part.
She also has a course for dressing your type, but I don't think many here are too worried about fashion

Just from reading this thread, I can figure out what types you all are and it helps me relate to you instead of jumping to conclusions or judging.

For example, I am a type 4. I like things sparse, neat, and minimal. Too much clutter makes me crabby. I can also be sparse with my words, and come off a little too blunt when I do choose to give an opinion. And I cannot fake enthusiasm. Hubby now understands that I am never going to be a cheery, bubbly, high energy movement person and he accepts it happily now. I can be totally happy and not really show it, which used to lead him to believe I am mad about something. One of our recurring arguments was that he thought I was being negative, and I thought I was being realistic. I never sugar coat things and he thought I should. Anyway, problem is solved. There's plenty more, but I' not going there right now.

 

[ducks4you]

I am decluttering for my GARAGE SALE on September 4th!!!

 

[tortoise]

Panther - I think the tax deduction is better than $2 at a yard sale! It depends on how you do your taxes, but you might get a better financial result that way.

And if you buy second-hand / clearance, and you only paid $2 for that shirt, it won't be hard to part with it.

I'm a sucker for style. I HAVE to look good or I feel bad - and with my mental health issues, that is dangerous. But I've learned to pick out only classic styles I can wear year after year. I've learned to shop a year ahead. I buy at the end-of-season clearance sales. Plus I'm lucky enough to live close enough to name-brand stores like Old Navy, Aeropostale, etc, that those close are frequently in the thrift stores.

Spending less on each and it hurts less when it is time to let it go.

Also - how about using your wall space to display those antiques? Like the dresser set - instead of cluttering your dresser, hang them on the wall around your mirror. It will make you smile everyday - when you see them and when it is easy to find things you need on your dresser.

I love flylasy too, but I haven't been doing it lately. I think I will try again soon.

 

[Blackbird]

I've been decluttering my room and packing up things to take with me when I leave. I'm only taking the things that I'd need or really want and cannot do without.
Last night I was going through my books. I have about 300-400 in my room, many of which are really good books that I enjoyed. I looked at a book and thought 'Gosh, I liked that book, what if, for some reason, i need to reference back to it?' But then I have to stop and think to myself - In a month, would I even remember this book? No. So it goes in a stack.
I currently have three bags and three boxes of items (mostly books, I admit) that I am taking with. Anything I leave here can be sold, trashed, or given away.

My mom is the same as you Denise. As a kid she moved about 30 times and they were always poor, so having items that she is familiar with makes her feel safer and gives her comfort, especially if they can serve her a purpose.

My dad however, keeps items around for the reasoning that 'it might be an antique someday!, which really, you could say about anything. But he thinks someday someone might want it and will pay an outrageous price for it. It need not matter to him if it doesn't work/is ugly/outdated/no one wants it/etc.

There's a quote, something about "reduce, reuse, recycle, repair, make it over, make do, or do without."