A hoarder no more

 I'm currently going through a new a phase where I'm craving change. This is unusual for me, because I normally prefer to keep my life routine, as well as my surroundings, consistent. But yesterday, I briefly glanced at the space atop my handmade bookcase and realized the cheerleading trophy from high school needed to go.  I kept that ionic object around not because I loved cheering, but mostly because that trophy happens to be the largest and flashiest prize I ever earned. I suppose that's not too embarrassing, but I also have a 3rd-place science fair trophy from the 5th grade, a D.A.R.E Graduate keepsake with a gold eagle mounted upon its base (also from elementary school), not to mention my graduation tassels from every school I attended. I wonder...... why do I hold on to such trinkets?


I've visited the homes of many friends, and my critical eyes are always quick to spot neglect and shameless pack-rat syndrome. It's a sticky situation however, because I have to constantly remind myself that I am no better than them. Down deep, I'm a natural hoarder, yet my OCD, which I guess developed with maturity, forces me to clean out the old and the unnecessary.

This isn't my real room. But, I would love to have it!

Oh, but you can bet I most definitely have my collection of sweet stuffed animals stored safely away for .....well, I guess when and if I ever decide to marry and have children. Yep, my former fuzzy friends will charm the socks off the little munchkins. Honestly, after watching Toy Story 3 this summer, I'm never getting rid of them. Ever.

Anyway, with everything that's been on my mind lately, I'm in awe that I even noticed with sight of my outdated stuff. Perhaps the wild downpour outdoors inspired me to lock myself inside and give my living space as many expense-free renovations as possible. Converting to a minimalistic style would be AMAZING, and I plan to make my future living quarters more scarce and less cluttered. If you're not clear on "minimalism" an excellent example would be the decor used on the drama "Nip Tuck." I know, it's kind of a terrible, immoral show, but I like the ultra-modern design used in their chic homes and work places.

Look at my cat Cosmo, isn't she cute? She's an outdoor cat, but the weather was so treacherous, I thought I'd show her some love by letting her into a nice, dry refuge. She's the longest-living cat I've ever had, and I'm so thankful for her. She rocks. Also, she doesn't judge my old, lame trophies.....thankfully.