Toss, Relax, and Repeat. By Carrie Vittitoe Photos by Melissa Donald
Six ways to take the angst out of decluttering.
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pring is the time of renewal in nature. For many people, spring has also historically been a time to remake or renew the home. I can vividly recall being a child and watching my mother take everything out of our bedrooms, wash the walls, give a good scrub to all glass and ceramic figurines, and get rid of clothing items we had outgrown. Spring cleaning is often synonymous with decluttering — getting rid of broken, worn, or unused items. For some people, cleaning out the home doesn’t happen by choice but rather because life circumstances necessitate it. Health conditions may change and make it necessary to move to a smaller home or senior living community. In these situations, cleaning out can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. Organization expert Ashley Gude provides a number of suggestions for individuals who are cleaning out and organizing their homes (or a loved one’s home). PAGE 8 >>
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