Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

I am sorry I missed this the first time around. I don't know how I did it. I was a fan in 2020. Maybe I was on vacation or something. Anyway, I did enjoy reading. I have done two declutterings of my house and still need to do more.

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

Thanks for stopping by, Barbara. Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear. Cheers. LIZ

Comment from Father Flaps

Excellent

Hi Liz,
I'm going to get my wife to read this one. We have a lot of de-cluttering to do! And she doesn't like to throw anything out. Even me! There's lots of good advice here. I'm sure there is a script waiting to be written where the husband wants to toss, and the wife says, "Don't touch it, if you know what's good for you!"
You've written the usual comedy into your piece. You're pretty good at that. Just look at that sly grin in your Fanstory photo!
Nicely penned! Good advice. Great laughs!
Hugs,
Kimbob

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

Thanks for stopping by--glad you got a chuckle. Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear. Cheers. LIZ

Comment from Shirley McLain

Excellent

I like your story. I'm of the mind set that my kids can clean out my house and storage after I'm gone. That way, I don't have to feel guilty about throwing things out that shouldn't be. You did a great job. Enjoy your day. Shirley

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

Thanks for stopping by, Shirley. Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear. Cheers. LIZ

Comment from karenina

Excellent

I did the math. No, I didn't, GOOGLE did the math, and 5,000 gallons equals 668.402778 cubic feet. Just so you now I was paying attention...also that I need Goggle to do my math. Oh right...you weren't being literal! It's my OCD. I have to do what I'm told..

That is, unless, what I'm told is to get rid of my trash/treasure/trash--(depending on my mood, the day, and who I'm describing it to)

Lucky thing I read this. It seems MUCH easier than that sledge hammer I saw at Rockys and was planning on purchasing for just those days when I'm ready to smash --oh -- say fifty things to smithereens! (Fifty things per hour that is)

Then again, I could smash them and then I could fit LOTS more into those Hefty, Hefty Cinch Sacks!

(This would also work for getting rid of the remains of my ex husband...if only I'd had the nerve to DO to him what I dreamt all those years!)

CLEARLY I found this hysterical. And deeply disturbing since I suffer from the same malady... except for the upsetting part (see your first sentence)--- I haven't been 100 pounds since I was twelve!)

Okay, I'm laughing!


Karenina

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

POST YOUR BRILLIANT RANT!
Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear.

reply by karenina on 08-Feb-2023

I like it here on the sidelines cheering you on! :)

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

We decluttered significantly when we downsized, and it's mostly not bad. But I do have some extra clothes - just in case I become waif-like again! Love the humorous, and witty, tone, and the way you focus on a human weaknessand make us laugh at ourselves. Well done.
Wendy

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

Thanks for stopping by, Wendy--glad you got a chuckle. Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear. Cheers. LIZ

Comment from Jasmine Girl

Excellent

This piece of writing is a humorous take on the challenges of decluttering and finding ways to deal with excess possessions. The author provides a list of advice on what to keep or discard but acknowledges that it can be difficult to follow. They then present a series of humorous and unconventional "cheats" for de-cluttering, including hiding clutter in the basement, using hefty bags, and leaving it out for trash pickup. Overall, the tone is lighthearted and sarcastic, but the underlying message is that decluttering can be a difficult process.

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

Thanks for stopping by, Lisa--glad you got a chuckle. Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear. Cheers. LIZ

Comment from Nicki Nance

Excellent

Your OUT list is a masterpiece. This is a fun read, a cautionary tale, and a self-help article. Cleverly written. engaging, and timely for a population top heavy with baby boomers.

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2023

Thanks for stopping by, Nicki--glad you got a chuckle. Seems everybody can relate. I have no problem as to being ruthless with other people's clutter; alas, I don't practice what I preach. I wish I could take credit for that expression Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic--my friend said it and I thought it was clever--but he didn't originate it--Google makes that clear. As to the OUT list--the paraphrased compilation was inspired by the sundry decluttering books I've ignored. Cheers. LIZ

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

I loved this LoLWhat you have written last is what exactly I would do to declutter. Both my husband and my mother are junk collectors.I love to throw their out .

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 27-Jul-2021

I had a blast with this one! Esp. the fantasy of tossing the lot accidentally-on-purpose. Thanks for stopping by. Always a pleasure!

Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)

Excellent

I definitely needed some advice like this about ten years ago, to help me adapt to new severely reduced living space. In the absence of a large basement I lived for the duration with stuff i still wanted stored in attractive bags hidden behind doors or the sofa, but it was hard work. now it's really becoming tough as i'm in an even smaller space. I am just trying not to see the clutter at the moment.

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 27-Jul-2021

I had a blast with this one! Esp. the fantasy of tossing the lot accidentally-on-purpose. Thanks for stopping by. Always a pleasure!

Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear

Excellent

This humour fiction speaks the assumed words and thoughts in and about manifestation, the magic of decluttering: Faux Feng Shui; well said; well done; thanks for sharing this. ALCREATOR

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 21-Jul-2021

Thanks!