I finished my class last night, so today I begin my newest challenge. During Lent, I'll be ridding my house of 40 bags of items we aren't using, items we don't need, and items that need to be tossed. As our house becomes less cluttered, our hearts and minds will as well. I got the idea from Clover Lane, but it is a well-known idea in blog world.I've gone through the house and made a list of the spots I need to hit. Ned doesn't know this, but his name is beside the garage and our basement storage room. Since they are mostly his treasures, I doubt he will complain. I'm not holding myself accountable to the size bag I use. Some may be large black trash bags and some may be old shopping bags. I can't even be sure that I'll get 40 bags, and I'm not going to throw away the good stuff just to reach that number! But, the three of us have filled this comfortably-sized home pretty well (Ned had it filled before I arrived), so surely there is purging to be done. Avery's belongings will mainly be off-limits, but I may go through the tubs of clothes to see if there is anything I know I won't use if I have another girl. Trash items will go right in the garbage pile. Items and clothes that still have some use left in them will be divided between Goodwill and a Relay for Life yard sale this spring.
3 comments:
I am planning to do this too. Clover Lane is such a motivating blog and puts everything into perspective.
Such a good idea. Last night I actually cleaned out a closet and now need to organize the stuff going back in. I was able to empty 3 boxes. I'm hoping that I can get some cleaning/organizing projects done over the next several weeks as spring comes.
I hope your post will motivate me...I admire you for taking this on! My house can definately stand it as well! Good luck and can't wait to hear updates.
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