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The magic of tidying

The magic of tidying

Decluttering and minimising. Taking control of house and garden, nurturing body and soul. I've read Marie Kondo and read a little on a related Swedish method and feel inspired. I've been a borderline hoarder and lived with depression for too long and want to take the initiative. Has anyone done this? Or is there anyone who'd like to try with me?

I've sorted my books and uni notes. I've decided to sell some furniture when lockdown lifts. But the other papers and STUFF in the house and the jungle outside have me beaten atm. Some mutual encouragement and support is the only thing that's going to get me through. I know I'll have to face some decisions like "will I ever use that fabric stash" or "how many books in the TBR ,pile is too many" or "where do I start in the kitchen". Boxing isn't the answer, it was a temporary reprieve.

It's going to be a contest between my commitment to getting sorted and the looming possibility of having to move and downsize for my health. Having control of my space will be a win in either the old space or a new one.

Setting goals. Celebrating achievements. Sharing life hacks. Is anyone on board?

Dimity.

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Well done @Oaktree 🙂

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@NatureLover @Oaktree @Shaz51 @TAB @Former-Member we're counting down to the New Year. I've been catching up on chores (2 hours yesterday and 2 hours today) but I'm not there yet. At least I've mopped the kitchen floor and weeded some outdoor pots as well as the daily grind. Still need to clean the bathroom and tackle the ironing.

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Way to go @Dimity

Watching a movie at home tonight @NatureLover , @Oaktree , @TAB , @tyme

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take it easy @Dimity kitchen floor screaming at me , but its lazy day today, will get to it tomorrow lol

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was watching cricket @Shaz51 til rained then i lost track of it

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Great job @Dimity

I moved some old soil from pots into the garden the other day. I need to take a leaf out of your book, my floor could do with a good old mopping. Maybe I will tackle some jobs tomorrow.

Meggle

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I just did kitchen stuff been bothering me @Oaktree @Dimity took 5 mins which is silly thing. of course when get a bit more up close is more than looked, but was quick and painless lol. Quick push w broom, spot w cloth and eucalyptus. Not for inspection, but looks clean.

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@Healandlove , here is a thread for you xx

Hello @tyme , @NatureLover , @Oaktree , @Dimity , @TAB

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@Shaz51 , thank you! It's great reading about everyone's efforts in typing up.

I am just about done with my daughters room but need to break for lunch. Then I will see how much more I can get done. How is everyone else going today?

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I have done one spare bedroom today @Healandlove , @Dimity @Krishna

That is enough for me today xx

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