Oh dear me

[KateLMead]

Yesterday I arrived home with two massive carvings from Uganda but where can I hang them?
My house is full of bric-à-brac From countries far and wide where we have lived and worked.. I also bought an amazing painting some time ago that I could not find a space for in any of my rooms , I have every wall covered in mine and others paintings, portraits of every member of my family, country scenes etc etc etc. artefacts cover shelves. A nightmare, my youngest says, inspite of guests politely stating its a house of interest. "And I think it is ". However I have to start sorting the place out. Muddly house, Muddly mind I suppose.
I've been threatened by offspring with them getting me on TV Hoarders. I was told by a close friend a psychologist that my hoarding is a sign of insecurity. Will have to go through the pain of sorting it out (sometime)

[Kaz]

Kate, when it stops you moving through the house and or is filthy then it is an illness - until then it is just 'comfortable clutter'

I would love a clutter free home, and do aim for it, but live with two very untidy people, and two dogs!! xxxxxxxxxxxx

[saundra]

kate weve had this conversation before
please try and declutter
keep your memories in your heart
and make a start
you can do it

[cruiser2]

Kate,

I don't think we are as bad as you. We are trying to de-clutter. At the last count we had about 90--yes ninety good drinking glasses of different sizes. This included several Waterford Glass. Have also got a German wall clock with Westminster chimes valued at over £500. Also have some Lladro which nobody seems to want.

[saundra]

No body wants stuff these days I'm afraid
It's a great shame

[Aggers]

Kate - It's your house and your clutter

Do with it whatever makes you happy.

[KateLMead]

The terrible thing is Aggers that I know I have to get it sorted, guests and friends find it fascinating, I dare not take
Anyone down to the garage or office..more stuff has to go to charity shops including clothes etc.
I do give a lot away just need to give a lot more.

[Kaz]

I'm with Aggers, if you want to keep it, then keep it xxxxxxxx