I will never be a minimalist, but the main concept of Marie Kondo's book The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up (which I interpret as simply "get rid of stuff I don't truly need!") has inspired me.
Every few months I tackle another project, and currently, it's my office. This time I'm going through every last storage tub in the closet, every document in the file cabinet, every novel, every book and magazine on writing.
Good heavens! How did I have so much tucked away in there? With everything now stacked out in the family room, I took a photo to add to this post...but I'm too embarrassed to show it! Even after hauling away four laundry baskets of books, loads of recycling and multiple black trash bags of shredded papers, I have a ways to go! But when it's done, I can envision a sweet sense of peace, of feeling lighter and more motivated than ever to get back to work on my next book.
Are you tackling some extra projects these days? Doing something special this winter? Leave a comment and be entered in a drawing. Four winners can choose one of my books (38 paperback titles, plus three e-books and five novellas) from my latest releases all the way back to the first one from 1999!
Blessings,
Roxanne Rustand
Taking care of my husband's brother who has dementia. It's all-consuming!
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing you are to him...and what a huge job that must be. He is so fortunate to have family to help him.
DeleteBless you, for all you do!
I take care of my dad who has dementia. He's 93. Mostly I try to keep him from eating all the food. He sometimes forgets that he eats and asks for food again.
DeleteCatching up on lots of reading......and some household chores!
ReplyDeleteThe reading part sounds delightful! :)
DeleteNot really doing anything special. Since I live with my daughter I don’t have much I have to do except clean my room and take care of my dog. I do take on the job of cleaning the kitchen most days.
ReplyDeleteMaking a quilt for a certain Suspence Sister who shall remain nameless. (Ms. Mehl)
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DeleteAlso getting rid of stuff as we will be downsizing soon.
ReplyDeleteThat's exactly what I am thinking, too. No set year, but I feel good about downsizing now while I still can easily handle it myself and not leave everything to our kids. It's so different now---I treasure everything that was passed down to me, but the millennials seems to have less interest in hanging on to the past!
DeleteI should do some laundry and some dishes. I'll make sloppy joes this weekend.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are busy! I haven't thought about sloppy joes in quite a while. I need to make them sometime soon!
DeleteRecovering from surgeries...Reading as much as I can!
ReplyDeleteSo blessed to have this forced time of rest.
Oh my goodness. Sounds like you have been through a lot lately. I hope you are comfortable and that you heal quickly!
DeleteSo far, I have completely cleaned all but one drawer and every shelf in my kitchen! I'm thinking to move to an apartment in a few years so getting ready! jarning67(at)hotmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThat's an amazing feat! You are so wise to start early!
DeleteHave done some "Spring cleaning" recently and rearranging my wardrobe, but can always do more:) Would love to win a print copy of any of these books! Thanks for the opportunity to enter a giveaway!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes in the drawing. And congratulations on all that you have accomplished lately!
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ReplyDeleteThe list of "to do" is never ending. Sometimes I feel when I complete one that I should just put it back on the list at the bottom. Understand what you're saying about things accumulating so fast and everywhere. Each time I do a "spring" cleaning (even if in the winter), I say this isn't going to happen. I think gremlins do it!
ReplyDeleteMy current project (more of an on going one) is to put old photographs onto the computer. The goal is to eventually have them on a disc. We all know that we would like to enjoy our old photographs more or we think of one in particular that we need, but not very often do we lug out the big and heavy photo albums to do so. I know I don't because they are stored way back on the high shelf in the closet.
Thank you for the opportunity to win one of your books! Good luck with the office and may you be able to keep those gremlins at bay better than I seem to.
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My health hinders my productivity, but whenever I am well enough- watchout! I will try to get a ton of things done in one day.
ReplyDeleteWe've had some unusually nice days(for January)so we've been clearing some overgrown brushy areas in the back yard. It brings such an exciting sense of accomplishment! I won't even share how much needs to be cleared out inside! LOL! RW620 AT aol DOT com
ReplyDeleteI have been working on genealogy. I need to move on to organizing family photos. It is a huge undertaking as there are 100s if not close to a 1,000.
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ReplyDeleteMy husband just retired so we are working on remodeling our kitchen - he's building all the cabinets and I am the "painter". Thanks for having the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteTrying to keep up with my goals for 2020.;)
ReplyDeleteI have several books on my TBR so I have been reading and reviewing books to whittle my list down so that I can add more☺️ Thanks for the chance to add yours.
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going thru and trying to de-clutter. I am learning to knit on a round loom as I cannot seem to get the needles to work for me.Trying to organize family photos and send them to the right people.
ReplyDeleteI struggle with energy in the winter months when you are inside and need to get everything done so when summer hits you don't have to be stuck inside. The little ones love to spend every moment outside so I don't get through a lot of what needs done in the summer. Thank goodness for a basement where the overflow can wait on me lol. Thank you for the giveaway!
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I get started with all these good intentions and before you know it where you started is needing attention once more. I admire your boundless energy to get everything accomplished. What a blessed and wonderful feeling.
ReplyDeleteJust doing a lot of reading :)
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We are busy preparing for my brothers wedding next month.
ReplyDeleteI’ve been cleaning closets and drawers and donating clothing and blankets to the homeless camps through a Pastor friend. I’ve also been going through craft supplies and organizing them. I even cut up a lot of my scrap material and I’m making a rag quilt. Thank you for the chance. Blessings
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DeleteLove to read books but especially these kinds of books.
ReplyDeleteMy projects I'm doing is writing a box set for fun, blogging, helping my Mom who has mobility issues and anything else I can think of.
I do hope I win.
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Crystal
Getting ready for spring cleaning! Got to get it done, and reading of course, I have some catching up to do. also just enjoying one day at a time, we've got to make time to smell the roses also! I am looking forward to when I can start planting in our garden, even though the pansies are still doing beautifully. Have a Great weekend. Thank you for the chance. Your books look and sound like very good reads. God Bless you.
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I went from living in about 3000 sq feet with three kids to 750 sq feet by myself with just my dog. Major downsize. With the exception of some things stored in the garage (Christmas decorations, kids school projects etc) everything I need is in my almost tiny house. I have dishes for six people.
ReplyDeleteDoing some remodeling in the house.
ReplyDeleteI have been working ahead on several smaller projects so that I don't have last minute deadlines.
ReplyDeleteMy mother is going in for heart surgery. My sister and I will be tag teaming to ensure she has support all the way.
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Well, I'm looking for ways to save $, so I tried making flannel "swiffer" pads...they don't seem to pick up as well, but, I'll see it that improves after I wash them! :) Badawson16 at aol dot com
ReplyDeleteI’m tackling my bathroom counter! Well....soon anyway. It’s pitiful!
ReplyDeleteI’m trying to do crafty things to stockpile for gifts and a craft fair. Also trying to read some older books on my TBR pile to make room for new releases.
ReplyDeleteI'm cleaning out closets, going through clothes and donating everything to the Salvation Army. When I'm done with that I have 2 afghans to put together. I got behind on things, my neighbor has short term memory loss, and started taking to much medication, she didn't remember taking them. So I moved in with her. Give her medication, and make sure she eats. She started to have seizures, and mini strokes.
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