Skier31
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My parents are in their 80’s and have lived in the same house in Florida for 30 years. They need some assistance but are able to live independently. My dad loves to take care of a yard and would be miserable in a condo or assisted living. The cost of assisted living is astronomical. My husband and I bought a house in Glenwood Springs where my mom and dad will live full time and we will live part time and can give them the support they need. We may hire additional people to help if necessary.
I spent quite a bit of time cleaning out their Florida house in preparation for the move.
It was one of the most emotionally heartbreaking things I have done. They are not hoarders nor were things dirty but there was just an incredible amount of stuff. I donated as much as I could and had to trash quite a bit. I felt horrible getting rid of some of their stuff but the reality is that it will not be used in the new house and I do not want it.
When I returned home, I bought the Marie Kendo book and got to work on my condo.
I do not have alot of stuff in my condo (or so I thought) but when I followed her method, I was amazed at the amount of stuff that went in the relocation program.
I am about 75% done. I feel amazing. I love how my closets and cabinets look. I realize that I do need some new work clothes.
I think the more important message for me is to really think more than twice before buying something and to not be reluctant to get rid of things that I do not wear or use.
Anyone else done this? Thoughts?
I spent quite a bit of time cleaning out their Florida house in preparation for the move.
It was one of the most emotionally heartbreaking things I have done. They are not hoarders nor were things dirty but there was just an incredible amount of stuff. I donated as much as I could and had to trash quite a bit. I felt horrible getting rid of some of their stuff but the reality is that it will not be used in the new house and I do not want it.
When I returned home, I bought the Marie Kendo book and got to work on my condo.
I do not have alot of stuff in my condo (or so I thought) but when I followed her method, I was amazed at the amount of stuff that went in the relocation program.
I am about 75% done. I feel amazing. I love how my closets and cabinets look. I realize that I do need some new work clothes.
I think the more important message for me is to really think more than twice before buying something and to not be reluctant to get rid of things that I do not wear or use.
Anyone else done this? Thoughts?