Here is what I get pumped about- organization. I know, thrilling. I found some inspiration from the lovely blog stephmodo:
The secret to an easily-maintained clean living space is simply having less stuff to clean up. You would think it's some kind of organization system, right? But truly, when it comes down to it, the issue is just keeping tabs on how much we are accumulating in our living spaces because having lots of "stuff" = having to always be cleaning up that "stuff".
Before we moved to Seattle, we hosted a large garage sale and pared down quite a bit. And since moving here we continue to be concerted about what things we are holding on to--it's truly a constant process and not just a one time effort (although I wish it weren't so). In fact, I find myself purging things from our home on a fairly continuing basis--about once a month in fact. While it is a bit of a pain to sort, sell, donate, schlep, etc. the end result is pure satisfaction...and liberation...and clarity of thought. As crazy as it may sound, the less "stuff" we have, the more interesting our lives become. Meaning, instead of being constantly consumed with maintaining our junk and the accumulation of this and that, we are focused more on experiences--treasures that stay with us always. So all in all, it feels like putting forth the effort to clean out nooks and crannies a good thing.
Also, Aden has a new 'do. The Before:
Happy New Year!
Um he looks like a big kiddo now :) I'm all about the purging and funny since I have been nesting so much I've spent more time doing things I like to do because I have less to clean up.
ReplyDeleteAgreed, he looks way to grown up. And yes, glad to hear you have some more fun time on your hands...you could use it! (Especially if it means more pink jewelry for me!)
ReplyDeleteLOVE your desire for simplicity and more experiences with your family!!!
ReplyDeleteAden is quite the handsome little guy...miss him greatly! A date with mom is another experience he will never forget!!!