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LINDA STARK's avatar

Should I be worried that half of my stuff will be gone when I return from Italy?

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Alan Apt's avatar

Well said, as always!

Yes, we have reached the time of "maturity" when we have to sell our mountain home in Nederland return to civilization in FC. Giving up outdoor gear, and the activities that they made possible is difficult. My sister downsized recently and ultimately it made her feel more free. I will hold that thought and ignore that being closer to doctors is partial motivation. Various types of skis and ski boots top the list and white water stuff. I hope my ancient vertebrae will thank me.

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Alan Stark's avatar

The outdoor gear will be the last stuff out the door. I still suffer under the illusion that I'll once again paddle my sea kayak in the rollers off the west coast of Vancouver Island. Probably not.

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Jannes Gibson's avatar

I loved this one - I’m experiencing the same process! One piece of advice from a realtor who said when I’m ready to sell - the house has to be empty (shock) but only spend 20 minutes a day getting rid of things. I find it works well for now.

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Alan Stark's avatar

That's an even better system, 20 minute a day, particularly if you have a deadline. I have no deadline. but I find myself tossing out two items instead of just one in the morning. Simplification momentum.

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Carl Closset's avatar

Loved it, Bear!

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Alan Stark's avatar

I believe you beat me to the idea of getting rid of stuff Carl. I have your ladder in my garage that Blue Eyes bought for me.

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Carl Closset's avatar

I'm not doing so pretty good anymore, Alan. Wanna come over and grab some more stuff?! 🤗

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Robert Baxt's avatar

I think a good “part 2” to get into the emotions of the process of which item to choose. We all have stuff to get rid of but getting rid of the kayak reminds me of how old I am or physically how weak I’ve become. There is probably any number of things that can come up when we rid ourselves of an era of our lives. Just a thought

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Sue Sweetra's avatar

What a great article!?! I'm in the midst of trying to sell my house and I still have things of Cliff's. Some are going to go with me, some are going away- slowly. I got to the end of your article only to be honored with a mention. That was very kind of you. Also, just want to let you know, I'm no MAGA fan.

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Alan Stark's avatar

Thanks Sue.

Apologies for misspelling your last name. I corrected it last night. good luck with the move.

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