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| catscharm74 |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 06:07:13 AM
At my very first postings..wow!! And you know what- I like the ideas I was following and somehow got lost. So it's time- time to get back to simple living and decluttering!
I am definitely at a turning point in my life. It's like I can see my life before me for the first time, with fresh eyes. I think the difference this time around is I am not afraid to make some changes, drastic if necessary.
So off to start cleaning out. I am blessed to have the next 2 days off and I am determined to get organized and decluttered. Who wants to join me and post our experiences and fun?
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| 14 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| catscharm74 |
Posted - Dec 28 2016 : 05:05:45 AM
It is one of the hardest things to do but I find that things have really gotten out of control over the past 2-3 years for me. Time to take the control back! I did dump a bunch of stuff from my kitchen cupboards and I have a bag going for clothing and shoes. We broke down all the recyclables yesterday and it looks so much better in here. I also cleaned out the pantry and am taking 4 bags of food to the food bank. Next, the Christmas decorations are coming down and my goal is 2 bins, the 2 trees (1 big, 1 small) and 1 bin for the outdoor stuff.
Another thing is just getting projects done. I have some chairs that need to be spray painted, a wall that needs to be painted, some touch up paint and curtains that need to go up in the bathroom. It's those little things that make a huge difference.
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| Kiltie Girl |
Posted - Dec 27 2016 : 7:44:17 PM
De-cluttering and simplifying has become very important to me as I've gotten older. The mess around the house drives me insane! Unfortunately, my family isn't on the same page! LOL I do try however and we work on one room at a time, moving around the house and then start over. I love the simple farmhouse look and am working on redecorating as I go also. A big "resolution" for me for 2017.
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Jenn
Farmgirl Sister #7120
"Leave room in your garden for the fairies to dance." |
| quiltee |
Posted - Dec 27 2016 : 06:15:11 AM
Amen, Winnie! I agree! I TRY, but it IS a challenge!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Dec 27 2016 : 05:38:20 AM
Heather~ Since I retired, I have been on a rampage to declutter, but like Linda says, it all seems to fill right back up!! LOL!! As I take down the Christmas decorations, I already have several big boxes to do a thorough decluttering of storage boxes, desk, closet and whatever else I find. I plan to start the New Year with better order and make a real effort not to accumulate more this year. It is a challenge that I am committed to keep this year!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 |
| Bonnie Ellis |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 8:12:48 PM
Our goal this year is to get rid of unnecessary stuff. Call it de-cluttering, cleaning or whatever it is necessary if you're getting older and you are a pack rat. Another goal is to update addresses and phone numbers. I write stuff on napkins, envelopes, receipts and anything that is handy. My third goal is to organize old photos. Happy near everyone.
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
| firecatinc |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 4:27:03 PM
Diana - that sounds like a great trick. Could also put things in one set of drawers and if they haven't been moved at the end of the season take them to Goodwill
Nora
Farmgirl Sister #7131 |
| Tumbleweed |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 2:03:10 PM
Funny to find this topic. All morning I have been rearranging the living room. We have a preowned loveseat and couch. When I moved them to put the area rug back underneath I heard noises inside the loveseat. Turned it on its side and opened a small area underneath. Found some pens, sunglasses and a clip cell phone. None of them are ours. Finally got everything back together about 1:30 my time. Started about 8am. Like the new set up. I can get up to get something by a new path. We had the couch and loveseat in a L shape. I had to step over size 12 feet. Sorry Honey!
TW
The fun begins where the pavement ends! |
| gramadinah |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 12:36:46 PM
Heather every new years I take all the clothes on hangers and turn them around so they are what I call back wards what ever is not facing the right way in 6 months is gone.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
| catscharm74 |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 10:17:59 AM
And this pretty much sums up my wardrobe choices... basically beautiful boring. :)
http://www.shabbychic.com/blog/genuine-luster/
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| catscharm74 |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 09:48:52 AM
My other inspiration---
http://www.theprairiebyrachelashwell.com/index.html
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| catscharm74 |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 08:11:22 AM
http://www.shabbychic.com/blog/a-little-bit-of-paradise/
This is my little bit of inspiration! I would probably add in my gold mirror, some family photos in beautiful frames and a few rugs. Lovely yes?!?
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| catscharm74 |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 07:28:46 AM
Been in the master closet cleaning- removed Christmas items to their appropriate place. I find that clothing and shoes are my hardest things to get rid of. 1. I wear a size 10 shoe and when I find something I love, I admit I buy several pairs. It's hard to find comfortable shoes that fit. Over the years, I am finding I wear the same brands and wait for them to go on sale to catch a deal 2. Same with clothes- I am larger chested, so find a shirt that fits in all the right places without looking like a tent is a challenge. Again, brands matter because of the way they fit. Is it wrong to have too many plaid flannel shirts?
So my compromise is to live lightly in other areas. I don't collect too many things. I prefer a simple look. Think Fixer Upper with a little less stuff around.
What do you love and have a lot of and are willing to sacrifice in other areas to keep your "gold"? :)
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| quiltee |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 06:52:21 AM
As soon as I clean up a space, I manage to fill it again. This is always a goal of mine - to declutter. I have gotten rid of a lot, but more keeps being uncovered.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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| churunga |
Posted - Dec 26 2016 : 06:29:27 AM
I may join you. I have a dining room table and my desk which need lots of work. Lowell (DH) has been after me to clean this up. I have a week to do it.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
