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wishing they didn’t know you.
We don’t think it matters which method you use—what’s
important is getting rid of anything you don’t want, use or care about anymore. Duplicates must go. Fight the urge to keep things just because they still work. If you don’t use it, it has no value to you — but someone else might be glad to have it. And if you find something you didn’t even remember you owned, that’s a sign you don’t need it. We’re not suggesting you toss old photos or family keepsakes, but consider passing them along to younger relatives who can treasure them, too.
It’s never too early to start preparing for a big move. Stock up on plastic tubs, boxes, packing tape and other supplies. Label all containers clearly with what’s inside and where it should go in the new house. Take photos of your boxes to help remember what’s in them, and snap shots of fragile items like art, lamps and rugs before you wrap them.
The trick to settling in is organizing your new home in a way that’s easy to maintain. Invest in shelving and clear plastic bins for closets and attics. Attics are perfect for storing things out of sight, but don’t let them become a black hole—you may not see those items again until the next move.
Unpack in the same methodical way you packed. Give yourself grace; it’s going to take time before everything
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feels in its place. Don’t be afraid to switch things up— what worked in your old home may not suit the new
one. Create spaces that make you excited to build new memories. And a few months after settling in, check those closets and drawers again—chances are, there’s already something new to get rid of.
Holly Harrison has been a licensed interior designer for over 35 years. Shannon Stage has spent nearly 20 years in the giftware industry.
Together they own Sassy Bird Interiors in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi.
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