In order to piece together a little journal on our upcoming move, I simply have to become a morning blogger. Usually I write my posts at night, which are then scheduled to be published in the morning. My reasoning for this is that the kiddos are tucked in and sound asleep, presumably for the whole night. But in the morning my time has more restraints because, well, they wake up.
But oh the nights! These nights after these busy, busy days just don't seem to lend themselves to any hobbying because a warm bed so effectively calls me by name. And I willingly go.
So here I sit, pondering the day ahead. One sick little Hans most likely means another spring break day spent at home, managing chaos and keeping peace, trying to keep a house in "showing condition" and packing boxes all the while.
Which finally brings me to my point for today! How did we get so much stuff? I don't understand it! I am not a 'pack rat' and do no hold onto things intentionally. We make monthly trips to Goodwill and other charities, and participate in the neighborhood garage sale each year. I am not a natural shopper and therefore do not bring much new into the home.
So why do we still have all this stuff??
Here's why I think ...nine years, one home, six people.
The very first part of this move has been a very therapeutic sorting, purging, donating, and reorganizing bonanza! The motto is "if we don't use it or love it, or if it adds nothing of value or beauty to our home then it doesn't come to New Hampshire."
One gigantic project tackled and checked off the list are the storage of kid's clothes. My new rule? One size, one bin. If we have more clothes for any one size than will fit in a bin, than out the door it goes. We've recently cleaned out and donated seventeen bags to our church clothing swap....and still have plenty. (Again, nine years, one home, six people!)
What are some of your favorite packing/moving tips?
