Elizabeth35
Brilliant_Rock
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- Sep 24, 2011
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Having inherited in-law stuff, grand parent stuff, parent stuff--I am absolutely anti-hoarding. I do not want my kids burdened with going through a bunch of worthless crap and old paperwork when I die.
I especially don't want them to have any guilt. I tell them all the time to keep what they want and get rid of the rest.
I have a few small sentimental pieces of silver that I keep. But sold my parents dining room set that I dragged through a couple moves. No guilt. Actually felt relief letting it go to someone who would actually use it. It had served its purpose.
I clear out unused clothes (and shoes and handbags) twice a year. If it hasn't been worn--it is sold or donated. I prefer to get any items in the hands of someone who will use them.
I always envision a bunch of moving trucks trailing behind me with all the crap I have unloaded. I don't want that burden.
I especially don't want them to have any guilt. I tell them all the time to keep what they want and get rid of the rest.
I have a few small sentimental pieces of silver that I keep. But sold my parents dining room set that I dragged through a couple moves. No guilt. Actually felt relief letting it go to someone who would actually use it. It had served its purpose.
I clear out unused clothes (and shoes and handbags) twice a year. If it hasn't been worn--it is sold or donated. I prefer to get any items in the hands of someone who will use them.
I always envision a bunch of moving trucks trailing behind me with all the crap I have unloaded. I don't want that burden.