So as the weekend started flying by, I was having a very hard time figuring what it is I could do that I have never done, and with only a day and a half to figure it out.. I was stumped, really. I started thinking wow, I have experienced a lot in my life actually and it forced a reflection of things I have tried, accomplished and left me with a, "I really do not know what to do" stuck in my mind.
I started thinking of a grand things, (not enough time) little things that I have not done, (not fun to share). .
Why am I so stumped..hmm
So lets see, I have posed in my skivvies for a photo-shoot, had a baby, had surgery, fell in love, lost love, broke someone's heart, had my heart broken, scuba dived, flown overseas, skied, snowboarded, died my hair the opposite color I was born with, been on a road trip, sang in a choir, flown in a 2 seater plane, pierced my belly button (ouch), ate a variety of foods, stayed up for two days straight without sleep, been camping, shot a rifle (hate guns), licked someone's eyeball, (I was 16) don't ask, partially shaved my head, etc etc, this could go on forever.
So with all of that in mind I decided that I am going to go to the nutcracker this year as I have never been to the ballet.
And while coming to this simple decision, finally, I also turned everything I own inside out this past few days. I have also decided to get rid of anything and everything that doesn't have either meaning or a need. I literally donated near 10 bags of stuff,
Louis Vuitton trash bag?? lol.
And while coming to this simple decision, finally, I also turned everything I own inside out this past few days. I have also decided to get rid of anything and everything that doesn't have either meaning or a need. I literally donated near 10 bags of stuff,
Louis Vuitton trash bag?? lol.and I am not done yet. I try to keep my life simple and I am always donating or selling items that I don't use, but this was different as I have never just let go of so much at once. I will tell you what, it is freedom, it has cleared my mind and space for more important things. Like journals of ideas of things I have never done and wish to experience, like a tattoo, an apartment overseas (flat), making music (already in the works), cooking classes, etc, etc.
One thing for sure I never want to experience is that of giving up, I will never try that.
20 comments:
lots of food for thought,im a terrtible hoarder! im yet to see the nutcracker and would love to!the first image is amazing dear.
muah!
Marian
Ok first of all I need to get me some of those garbage bags LOL
Secondly how true is your post. We all need to rid our lives of the clutter; if we haven't used it chances are we never will or need to. I am going to follow suit!
Well maybe everything except my shoes!!!
i think i accidently closed the window.... id love to hear your music. Glad you did all that you did :)
Bravo! May we all live life so fully.
Never!? Oh, great idea Leigh! I'm planning on going to the one in Ithaca--it's a children's ballet at an old, historic theatre. :)
And, yes, clutter-be-gone! xo
wow great experiences :s
love the nut cracker.
LV trashbags?! holy ****
Clutter is never a good thing. You have inspired me to clean out my closet this weekend. You'll love the nutcracker!
Kylie
I agree. getting rid of clutter is rather therapeutic.
And yes LOL, LV trash bag!
Wow an LV trashbag!
I think letting go of unnecessary clutter is such a cathartic experience, I always look at everything I own and just want half of it gone. It takes up so much space - I think I'm going to do another spring clean this weekend!
I've never been to the ballet either, I've always really wanted to go.
this is a great post. getting rid of the excess is such a great thing to do! especially around this time of year.
the nutcracker!? how wonderful :D
i used to go every year with my father as a little girl. <33
Those trash bags are certainly decadent. Love it.
p.s, you've been tagged :)
I... go to the nutcracker every year. and ironically, as I am reading this am trying to schedule a day to see it . You will adore it- so inspiring, you'll see. See ya there!
what a fabulous post! I can't believe I haven't been here in a week... but I gave you an award today because you're just so fabulous!!!
Happy Weekend!!!!!
Sometimes less is more. Great post - makes me think so much. Have a great weekend!
this very day, i have been contemplating doing what you did with all my stuff!
i told my husband, i wish there was just a big truck out on the street, and i could just put everything in it and have someone drive it away.
i have family coming for the holidays, and i had to set aside today to clean and get ready for it. i am overwhelmed, because if have too much stuff--and most of it is unnecessary! i wish i could do what you have done.
i wanna hv that LV trash bag!! so fancy
I collect so much crap, but you have given me the courage to donate also!
Grandpa sent me. Great blog.
GF and I are going on a cruise very soon. Neither one of us has been on one with a S/O and we hope to find a nice dark secluded corner of the ship one evening and . . . kiss.
I agree with you - I love getting rid of things (donating them) and freeing up my life for new things.
I love this post linking feature - I am finding many cool posts of yours! :)
Post a Comment