Category Archives: Inspiration

Day 287: Ten Charity Bags Donated, and a Luxurious Himalayan Salt Bath

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

I planned my morning around getting clutter out of the house and garage, and to the Sue Ryder charity shop. I booked the appointment just over two weeks ago and had committed to a further ten bags today, making the … Continue reading →

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Day 286: Upstairs Plastering is Now Complete, and I Sold Some More Clutter

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

Another full and busy day today. I was pleased that I managed to empty most of the spare room last night because the plasterer was waiting outside when I got back from the school run this morning. He started on … Continue reading →

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Day 285: It’s a Good Idea to Get Rid of More Clutter When You Have a Successful Shopping Trip

Posted on October 11, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

Our shopping trip was partially successful today. Still no decision on the carpets, sofa or wardrobes; however; my daughter did find a bed she liked so I ordered that, and also a bedside table lamp which I will wrap for … Continue reading →

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Day 284: I Can’t Put Things Away in Their Places Right Now… But That’s Fine

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

I’ve waited years to be able to put everything in its place and this is the year that I’m going to be able to do that; however, not right now as we have work being done in a few key … Continue reading →

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Day 283: More Plastering, More Cleaning and Lots of Dust!

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

As I sat down to write this at 10.30pm, I realised that I hadn’t relaxed all day. It was a full day of work including a long zoom call. The plasterer was also here for over 9 hours. Firstly he … Continue reading →

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Day 282: Knocking Out Wardrobes, Plastering and Fixing Ceiling

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

Sounds like a lot for one day doesn’t it? I didn’t do any of it, I just ran around this morning moving last bits of furniture. As I packed the girls off to school, the builders were outside. It was … Continue reading →

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Day 281: A Busy Day Clearing Out Built-in Wardrobes Ready for Removal

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

I should have started writing this earlier as I’m shattered now. It’s been a productive day but as I’m tired, I’m going to write in bullet points: Took the girls to school – no traffic for once Had the morning … Continue reading →

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Day 280: Clearing With Action Gets the Energy Moving, and Other Tips for Moving Forward

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

If I was to close my eyes and really concentrate I can visualise places for everything in this house. Until recently I’ve been struggling to turn this into reality. These are things that have been helping to move me forward. … Continue reading →

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Day 279: Getting Rid of Things Gives me as Much Pleasure as Buying Things

Posted on October 5, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

A few months ago (Day 204), I wrote about items in vs. items out and you will see that both can be positive moves forward. I think it’s important to put the brakes on any spending unless it’s been thought … Continue reading →

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Day 278: I Need to Own Less Stuff so That I Have Less to Manage

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

The day started with me having to get up early for another plasterer to come round to look around and quote us for the ceilings that we need doing. He’ll come back to us with a price in a couple … Continue reading →

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