Saturday, January 5, 2013

motivated...

One of the good things about a new year is that I want to start out fresh...have a clean slate...attempt to work on goals I set for myself.  Right now I'm very motivated to get things organized around here and to clean out the clutter.  We have been blessed with so much and I really think we could live with much less.  Its hard to find places for the new things unless I attempt to clear away some of the old, no-longer-played-with things.  Here is an example.......

 
NOTE:  Those are NOT ths same pile of animals!  That came from each of their closets!  Too much.  Sara had an easier time than Jess did but they both were able to fill a kitchen garbage bag with some of the ones they no longer play with.  We will be donating them in hopes they find new homes to love them.  No worries, they both still have PLENTY of animal friends.  More than enough.
 

So, is anyone else out there motivated about something?  Are you working on your 2013 list?  Our closets are becoming a bit less "stuffed" than they use to be.  That is a good thing. :)
We'll talk soon!

6 comments:

  1. I thought Gianna's stuffed animal collection was bad....wow, you could fill toys r us! It's hard to get rid of stuff especially when it's stuff the kids love. I need to do the same sometime sooner than later!

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    1. Yes, we do have quite the collection. They kept all their favorites, of course, and I'm pretty sure the ones they put in the bag are ones they won't even miss. Well, Jess may miss a few...she attaches herself to them very quickly and easily...but they will be fine. It feels like we can breath again when opening the closet doors and that is a good thing for everyone! :)

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  2. It's great that you girls are going to share your toys with others. There are going to be lots of very happy children and the toys will still be loved and cared for. : )

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    1. Agreed! I definitley use that angle when encouraging them that they don't need ALL that they have. It mostly works. ;)

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  3. I had no idea your stuffed animal collection was so large! It's always good to share.
    Love, Grammie

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