Downsizing and luxury thoughts

Downsizing our home has taken a lot of work. Of course it's not finished, and at times I wonder if it ever will be. Using BrocanteHome's Trash It Or Treasure It has been a huge help. I work through it at my own pace and keep making steady progress.

Finding less items in our home reduces stress for me. Fewer things to take care of, to hunt for, to insure and keep track of make my life simpler. The times in my life that were the most enjoyable were when I had few possessions. The basics and sentimental items were really all that I needed to be content. I'd like to get back to that lifestyle, or fairly close to it. 

Luxuries have their place in a simpler life for me. Thick, plush bath sheets are necessary as well as the soaps, toothpastes and shampoos that I enjoy. A comfortable bed and soft sheets are mandatory and worth every penny. Price really has nothing to do with making my life simpler although some of the things that I choose are cheap. Ivory Soap is about as inexpensive as it comes, yet that bar of soap to me is the best smelling and lathering. My shampoo and conditioner are Suave brands. I indulge in RetinA and Brazillian Blowouts and regularly get rid of the grays that try to tell my age. Using Gain isn't pricy but makes my laundry smell the way that I want it to.

I do most of my clothes shopping at thrift stores, and because of that, can wear designer clothing every day. Many household goods and hobby items are also from thrift stores and we live quite well. My computer is from 2006, well cared for. Candles here are scented, and cost no more than un scented. My car, before I had to quit driving, was a 2000 Subaru Forester. To me, the best and safest car available, and one I would buy again in a heartbeat.

The ear infection has returned and I'm in some pain tonight. Drinking hot spearmint tea, taking half a pain pill and a sleeping pill should make me feel better tomorrow. A lowered immune system is not making me a happy camper at all.

This weekend promises to be cold and crappy out. Apparently Winter is not ready to give up its hold on us.

Just slept for 16 hours straight and am feeling better. The ear still hurts, but less than last night. I am grateful for that. More hot spearmint tea and wheat crackers until I'm better.