Tag Archives: Garage sale

C is for Clutter vs. Calm

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Heidi

We’re having our best year of home schooling yet; partly because my kids are getting more and more independent, and partly because of my year-long de-cluttering project. Here’s a list of what we’ve gained by losing the clutter: Library space … Continue reading →

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The rules – an update

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Heidi

Do you remember my original rules? You don’t? Well, neither did I. So let’s step into the time machine and refresh our memories… Here are the rules I’ve made for myself: 1. Items to be given away must be usable. Trash … Continue reading →

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Reclaiming the Attic

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Heidi

I headed up to the attic for today’s search for giveaways. Here’s what I gathered: A toy wooden snake. One plastic bead necklace. I’m ok with getting rid of it, despite its princess potential. We collect them at parades and tag … Continue reading →

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The rules

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Heidi

Here are the rules I’ve made for myself: 1. Items to be given away must be usable. Trash is trash, and does not count. 2. I can give away my children’s things if they’ve outgrown them. It counts. I’m the … Continue reading →

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