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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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The opshop bag is progress @Appleblossom . Jasmine can be rampant, like honeysuckle. I still have roses and herbaceous perennials to tend to although I've made a start.

My council has asked me to start using SnapSendSolve to make follow-up easier. I deal with blown litter but not bin overflows or illegal dumps. I had a great response from the water utility when I used it to report a local sewage issue.

I've culled a lot of files but there's so much more. Hope you can resolve the source of the dampness. I use Hippo packs for general mustiness.

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@Oaktree

All the best with the clean up friend.

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I just cleaned off my desk which is always a jumble. Truly have not felt like doing anything around the house but feel better now my desk is clear. Tossed out some papers and found things on my desk lol. Just got to wipe it from dust! 🙂

@Dimity @MDT @Appleblossom @TAB @Oaktree

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Ha @Former-Member My desk is still a jumble.

but

my doorknobs and light switches are all sanitised and some windows even cleaned, plus 2 loos ... had the bubble with vinegar and bicarb ...lol

cant do it all .... cheers

Apple

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@Dimity What are Hippo packs? My search engine ... just says kinder snacks ...

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@Appleblossom Coles lists it as Hippo moisture absorber and Woolworths lists it as Hippo closet dehumidifier

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Hey @Appleblossom your house sounds like you've made a nice sweep. I'm about to vacuum the floors for now

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Yep its done for now. including the vac. Til I traipse more of the garden in. @Former-Member

@Dimity I think the plumber/builders need to do stuff with it. They covered the mould with plastic. I will wait and see.

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Thats good you're on top of it @Appleblossom tomorrow is another day of cleaning for me. Wishing you a good nite

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Good effort SG
Should do same here lol
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