I did mention in my “About Me” section that in my spare time ( !!! ) I liked to organize, didn’t I? I get much satisfaction in putting the pieces of something in place, a puzzle, of sorts. Well, I’ve met my match – and am ready for battle.
Here’s the scenario: When I closed my shop and left Kingston, NY close to two years ago (boy, does time fly!), I did so somewhat hastily. My Mom had passed away, and Dad needed care and companionship, so I moved to a wonderful CT town where my family had spent summers, and where Mom and Dad retired some years ago. I liquidated as much gift merchandise as I could in a short time and carefully packed what I thought I would use in a new retail venture once I settled in.
Then, life happened…Dad had a really rough medical year, and I don’t have to tell you about the economy – probably not the best time to open a “Gifts for the Home & Garden” retail shop. So I put everything in storage, and lived with Dad for a few months till I purchased the home I live in now. Little by little, whenever I got the chance, I began the arduous task of sorting my personal belongings from the packaging, giftwares, and display items I had brought with me.
To add to the mix (why do anything simple??? I keep asking myself…with no response), shortly after moving in, I decided to update the heating system in the house, and put in central air at the same time. As you might imagine, it was a messy task, and my basement still shows it. ( The heat and AC work great though!)
I’ve made the decision to “right” my basement and empty my storage units. The sorting out of all my “nesting materials” will be, I believe, cathartic and healing. I will write of my progress as I go; I anticipate the journey will have some interesting twists along its’ path. Pics to follow…suggestions always encouraged and appreciated!
