I did it. I made the decision. Tomorrow I’m listing my house for sale.
My words for this year are "Peace and Simplicity." In order to achieve both, I know I’ve got to downsize. I need less house to clean and less yard to mow. I need less junk in the garage. I’ve been dancing around this decision for a year and a half. I kept waiting for the "right time." I kept waiting until I got rid of more stuff.
Yesterday, epiphany. There will never be a right time, and I will never get rid of enough stuff to make it any easier to move. It’s spring, and people will be looking for houses again. The time is right.
A week ago, there was an article in the Idaho Statesman about downsizing and the reasons why people my age (and older) decide to do it. The article included tips on what to get rid of and when. I tossed that section of the paper onto my "to be read" pile of papers in my office, and today I read it. Good information that I’m going to begin applying at once.
I love my home. I’ve been in it almost 11 years. It’s familiar. It’s decorated to my taste. But both house and yard are too much for me to keep up while also caring for my mother and writing my books. I went onto the Internet yesterday and perused some of the town homes and patio homes available in the area. It looks like I can get what I want in the price range I want. (What I want most is NO yard work!)
I’m not sure how all of this fits in with my deadline. I’m pretty sure it’s going to be ugly. But I’m just trusting God to bring about everything in the right time.
I’ll let you know when Peace and Simplicity show up.
-rlh-
Exactly what I need to do, Robin! Why do we need a 4 BR Colonial –I can’t keep it clean!
Sending warm thoughts and prayers your way : )
Now the decision has been made,you must feel relieved.
Good for you, Robin! I pray it sells quickly.
You’ll be amazed at the freedom that comes with downsizing. My daughter packed a lot for me and claimed I could own no more knick knacks. I asked for some paddy whacks! But I do love NO yard work! God will sell in His timing, you know! Blessings as you endeavor to sort out all you have!
Best wishes on all that, Robin. It’s a big step!
4 years ago Ann and I moved into a Patio home and really love it. Be sure that you check into all the details because some of these homes still require you to do some landscape work as well as other maintenance repairs/upkeep … also see if you can get an accounting od where your monthly homeowners dues go. Blessings as you go Robin!
-Bob