10.24.2013

Self Awareness

My packrat tendencies have been tolerated by my loving husband since we started dating more than 2 decades ago. At some points he was almost buried in his wife's hobbies and compulsive clutter. He patiently has supported me through all my "phases" with my stuff even when it made him miserable.

So here I am formally saying "thank you" to my husband, my rock, my steadfast man for being there even when it was uncomfortable for him.

I am at a clearer place now, I can see what the "stuff" does to his wellbeing. In fact it now does that to my wellbeing too.

Last night, in a quiet moment alone with him, I apologized for being so messy all these years. He was curious as to why that would suddenly come up (I had no reason) and said I was much tidier now than I've ever been.

So he has noticed! That's great news!

There are still times when I feel behind on fixing my messes, but I really am better. I feel lighter, safer, overall more content than I ever have.

THANK YOU to all the simplifying bloggers out there for motivating me, keeping me focussed and showing me how it's possible. Everyday is getting better.

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