Even though its not spring, its always good to do some kind of major cleaning. I like to get things organized either in the beginning of summer, when school starts, or for each season. Life happens and things get placed in places you didn't even know you had, so its good to go though every 4-6 months. Its amazing how much stuff we have and how much stuff really matters. Today I sent my son to Kindergarten for the first time and I came home and did a big cleaning. I threw away stuff, I moved stuff and cleaned. It feels good to know I am clutter free.
If you don't have time to do the whole house take steps. Make a plan and do it when you can, but make sure you do it. Believe me you will feel better when you de-cluttered.
If you aren't sure if you should throw it away, take the 6 month rule. If you have not worn it, used it or needed it you will probably won't use or wear it. Some helpful ways to know if you haven't worn something when you wear something turn the hanger around and see how long it takes for you to wear it. If you aren't sure about something like things in your home get a box and put it in the box if you don't go to the box after 6 months take the box and donate it. Don't open it, before taking it. You have not used it then you don't need it.
Sometimes we keep things because you think you might use it or you can give it to someone. Example: Your dog doesn't use the dog bed but he might some other time, most likely he will not use it. Don't store it, Donate it.
Since we have started a new school year make a goal to organize two rooms this month. Would love to hear some stories. Share them. This a great checklist you can use. Just change the month.
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