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[qualitygal]

Found this really nice lady who is into minimalism on t.v.,  and now I'm persuaded to get rid of some clothes I haven't worn in awhile.  I may keep 2 pair of pants in case I lose some weight, and then I'll have a pair to wear and a pair in the wash. (LOL wink wink, for those who know what I'm talking about). 

I think I have to do this, since my husband keeps all he has.  He just adds to it, but I don't see the closets large enough for all that. Anyway......  that's the plan.

Something has to give. LOL

[Nonametoday]

@qualitygal 

Good for you and don't look back!  

[Meowingkitty]

We both cleaned our closets a couple of weeks ago and we came up with about 10 bags of stuff to donate. It's nice to be able to see the floor again. I'm sure I could get rid of more if I really wanted to.

[kaydee50]

I just brought 2 bags of clothing to the Salvation Army.  This goes along with the 4 bags I brought them earlier this year.  I'm sure there will be more by the end of the summer.

[Desert Lily]

I got rid of 6 bags full of clothes last year.

[freakygirl]

good for you! every time i buy something new (clothing or shoes), i make it a point to donate one, or however many new things i buy. it frees up space, and i do something good at the same time. goodwill is a block from where i live, so i always have a bag ready. 

[SandySparkles]

Congratulations on recognizing the need, and taking charge of it!😊

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

[Oznell]

@qualitygal,  if you want any additional "decluttering" inspiration, (and have not yet done so), you might want to check out @rnmom 's excellent and ongoing "Declutter 2021-- What Have You Purged Today" thread in the "Home" forum.  Lots of good ideas, and supportive and nice posters.

[sashamatthews]

My father died two years ago.  I kept his house (my parents built it in 1966) just as he had it until earlier this year.  Then I started cleaning it out, in order to sell it.  OMG!!!  It took over a month to do that, and I still haven't got to the garage yet.  Never leave this for your children - declutter, give away, sell now while you are healthy - enjoy the money.  Habitat for Humanity took all of the furniture and appliances, Goodwill got the clothes and shoes plus home decor, and librairies took approximately 600 books and DVDs.  I have already started cleaning out my house as I start their garage.  I have honestly stopped buying much of anything since I have been overwhelmed with all of this accumulated "stuff."  

[tototwo]

I don't like clutter - my husband is an amateur hoarder.  It's a constant struggle and, sometimes, a big fight to get him to toss or donate anything.   I clean out my closets twice a year, when the seasons change.  I don't buy any new clothing for myself until I get rid of old clothing.  My husband keeps buying new.   So, I put some of his clothing in the donation bag when he isn't looking.  He's never missed anything yet.

Bravo to you, @qualitygal for getting rid of stuff!