It's all about Debt & Clutter Detox

So...we have decided to bite the bullet and pay off all of our debts. This includes a major downsizing. My Mother-In-Law has been so kind to let us move in with her so we can pay off all the debt in 1 year instead of 5. Although it may not be easy, we are greatful for the opportunity and are determined to hold our head high and escape this debt prison. Since we still have 5 more weeks until our lease is up here so we are packing the right way. That is totally go through everything and only keep the necessary items or keepsakes. I am from a family of clutterers so the word "keepsake" can have many meanings. I have to mentally look at each item and ask myself a few questions. "Is this something I would replace immediately if it was lost?" "Is this something that cannot be replaced and it holds sentimental value?" Or "Should I keep this, I might need it someday?" I have found that almost everthing stuffed in a closet or drawer is in the category of the last question. Chances are...when I finally need that item, I don't know where it is so I buy a new one anyway. So you know what.......It is all gone! I am so proud of myself. You know goodwill doesn't accept all donations, and it got me thinking....if Goodwill won't take it, why in the world am I hanging on to it for? I just finished with our office and it is my new favorite room. I never knew sitting in an empty room could feel so good. Who needs stuff? It is the people you love who matter the most.