Well we all know who won that race now, don't we!
I have procrastinated throughout this whole last month regarding all things to do with decluttering.
The finalising of the Will and then the settlement all took it's toll on me. That and the weather suddenly turned decidedly icy cold. Never bodes well for enthusiasm.
I am not sure which one I am. The Tortoise? Or the Hare? More likely the Hare as I have run around and gotten nothing done. Sound familiar?
I have been so busy with everything else except decluttering that I have decided that I resembled the Hare. But how could I? All that precious time, gone, wasted.
First off, the State Revenue Office sat on the Title for some weeks and finally stamped it 'non-dutable'. Now that was a relief.
Secondly, the settlement had to be booked in, which went like clock work last week.
Now the 2 recipients will receive their cheques and that will be the end of that chapter. Done and dusted. This also means all my debts are now consolidated into one home loan. I can breathe once more.
There have been so many surprising incidental costs, which are still adding up and eating away at my so called buffer. Well, I suppose I had that buffer for a reason, didn't I? I am still waiting on one more cost before I start planning what to do first. Heating in the house for the first time in years or the Hot Water Service. Being that winter is upon us, I have no doubt heating will win out first.
I will also finally intern Mum and Dad's ashes out at the family cemetery plot.
I plan to get an organiser in to help me with the kitchen and last part of the lounge room. Along with a trusty gardener to get the triffids back in line.
In the meantime, I have finally sorted through all the guff Centrelink had me do and have had a few job interviews.
As you can see I have had 'NO time for DECLUTTERING'! Still actively being done in my brain however!
It is a nice feeling to know that these bricks and mortar within which I live now belong to me. This big mess is now truly all mine. Somehow, this does change the way I feel and it has been a relief to have the Will finished finally. Bring on the new chapter. No more bitterness. No more negativity. From here on in only sincere friendly people in my life. I have released the few toxic persons from my family ranks and have let them go for my own health. Incredibly satisfying moment and one that I am still savouring.
Goodbye crapola and Hello world.
I have a job interview today and it is looking very good. Just to put a spanner into my plans this one is full time. Yep, I better get a jiggle on with all my crapola then!
Zigis did get that 16th birthday bash at Luna Park and a good day was had by all.
The crew outside Luna Park 'just for fun' St. Kilda.
Da boys before being let loose.
Proud Mama.
Big sis.
That Carousel.
Aija and Keith organised a unique gift for Zigis. They got a street sign made up in his name, which was made by the official company that makes all street signs for Victoria. All we have to find now is a street or way to attach it to!
Way to go Zigis!
Zigis was very happy to say the least. He spent all day and well into the night with his mates. The pain has been well worth it.
As for the garden, well now that I have a little cash on the side, I will have to get quotes and start doing one job at a time to get the garden back on track and more in line with LOW maintenance in mind.
I am ready to purge, but just don't have the energy to do it.
Just called a professional organiser who is coming this Friday. I will see how the first 4 or 5 hour block goes and may need to do more over a period of time. Now I am excited.
Well, my work is done for today. I like this 'let the fingers do the work' for you.
Anyone who says money doesn't bring you happiness needs a serious reality check. It certainly helps to bring comfort, stability and choice into the equation.
As for Kim who is coming to start my decluttering once more, I will get her to help me in the kitchen and lounge areas. I think she is in for a big surprise. Or not. We shall see. Hope I achieve what I want, which is a pleasant easy going home again. One that reflects that lived in family feel like I used to have. I can dream can't I?
Well folks there you have it. Will take photos of the before and afters for you to see. I guess we will attack it one section at a time. Should be interesting. Kind of scary allowing a total stranger to help you. On the other hand it has less strings attached. Hopefully soon this house will be liberated of the stuff that is consuming it and be a home once more within the next few months.
That next chapter has begun.
Will do a blog after her first visit.
Chookas for now,
Anita
ps... just breathe in breathe out... getting prepared for that next step... leap... jump... oh you know what I mean.
