Big mistake!
This led to clearing out the linen cupboard.
I threw away three bags of linen.
Old white sheets and pillow cases that had miraculously changed their colour from white to yellow. A cane picnic basket that has been stored there for 7 years and has never been used in that time. Some old oven mitts. Hand towels and t-towels. A bag full of light globes that don't fit any light fittings in our house. Computer cables that are now living in the 'man shed'. Tote bags and eco bags that have NEVER been used.
I got half way through the cleansing process when I had to stop to make lunch. The laundry and hallway looked like a disaster area!
After lunch, I lost all motivation and it took me more than an hour to build up my care factor and finish the job.
My status update on facebook, which declared my achievement of linen cupboard clearing, brought comments from a few people, one of whom introduced me to something called the KonMari method of de-cluttering, where you hold the item (clothes, shoes, knick-knacks, photos etc etc) and ask yourself if this item brings you joy. If you have to think about it, the answer is no and you should toss it.
I am going to look further into this process because I'm feeling somewhat inspired to completely cleanse and de-clutter my life!
The pantry is next on my list, then all of the wardrobes in all of the bedrooms, and of course my office/work area which will probably be the scariest part of all!
Meanwhile, I found this little family on my way home from coffee a few mornings ago...
I also found a Butcher Bird nest with babies in it, but Mrs Butcher Bird is very protective, so I don't think I have much chance of getting a photo. I will don my suit of armour tomorrow and make an attempt.
Post-de-cluttering sleep is now required .. which can also be described as pre-de-cluttering sleep, if I can make another start tomorrow!
Nite all.
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