Things Too Special to Use

I am not sure if it was dumping the heavy weight of that empty hope or the promise I now can see, way off in the distance, but today, I woke up energized. It's Monday, which recently became family day in my home. It also means chores, laundry, shopping and errands, but it is a … Continue reading Things Too Special to Use →

Candles Were Meant to Be Enjoyed

What is the deal with flat surfaces becoming collection spaces? The more I de-clutter, the more I realize that every inch of flat surface area in my home is covered with stuff - books, hats, papers, flashlights - a variety of items, most of which don't have a home. I have learned on this journey … Continue reading Candles Were Meant to Be Enjoyed →

I Might Need This Someday…

All of this sorting through stuff has me on the hunt for the root cause of my mild case of hoarding. I have read through #Fearhunters by Noah Elias enough times to understand that most often when we are trying to figure out the root cause of something we should look to the child within. … Continue reading I Might Need This Someday… →

The Journey of One Thousand Things

I arrived home yesterday from several days camping at the beach. With just hours to clean up and get ready for a Christmas party, I knew if I was going to make any headway on my plan to remove one thousand things from my home, I had to do it quick! As soon as the … Continue reading The Journey of One Thousand Things →

Organized Chaos

We've all heard the term, and it sounds catchy. Most recently, I heard someone use the term to describe their library. I understand what is meant by organized chaos, but the truth is that these two words don't really belong in the same sentence. What we are trying to say is that it's a mess, … Continue reading Organized Chaos →