Like students, faculty, and spring break trip planners- the time has arrived that we enjoy some nice, sunny, warm weather! Luckily for us, the aforementioned words are describing Northeast Iowa! As we have sprung forward in time (the clocks adjusted, the dogs and Sophia have not), we have been blessed with some beautiful weather! This doesn't make staying in the house and sorting/packing/storing/selling stuff any easier.
As I walked 2 miles over the lunch hour, I couldn't help but think of the changes that are ahead and what our future as a family looks like. We are all excited, yet nervous for the next step. Through the adjusting process, we have managed to spend some quality time as a family, watch Jonathan run, enjoy meals with friends, and reflected on our home and possessions.
The cleansing process is not easy- we have talked about it, thought about it, justified unused things, talked about it some more, and even started sorting. After working for over 12 hours this weekend on going through boxes, sorting piles for immediate use, storage, sell, recycle, shred, and throw away, we have both realized all the stuff we have (some of which we had forgotten about)! With one corner of the basement and our attic closet complete, we each commented on how cleansing it feels to get rid of old or unused things. There are lots of memories, some before we met, some as we dated, and some as we are married, but we realize we get caught up in the 'stuff' we have! Always easier said than done, we are feeling good about living more simply and knowing that we will be moving multiple times in the next decade!
We still have plenty to work to do, and we know we are blessed with some good help! Thanks for reading, for those who help, and those who have lifted us up in thought and prayer! When I was thinking of Spring Break, I didn't know it was code for 'Spring Cleaning!'
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