Time Waits for No Man or Woman!

There is a common thread running through the estate belonging to an elderly parent or loved one.  Living through the Dirty Thirties – the Great Depression – has taught them to hold on to everything. 


This means then their attic, basement, or even barn, is usually full of “stuff”!  Most of which should have been disposed of many years ago.

Sadly, even is there was value to some of these items when there were originally stored, by the time you start to sort through it, the mice and mildew have likely been there first!  You may find rotted books, magazines, old papers including utility bills from decades ago, and clothing, but the only place for them now is the trash.

 

Perhaps if your loved one had asked for help a few years ago, when they were still more agile and alert, some of the valuable items could have been saved.  Or at the least, given to someone else who would have enjoyed them.

You know that when a task is very daunting, the easiest choice is to put it off “for a better day”.  If you’re a senior, you know that “time flies” and unfortunately, time won’t wait for “a better day”, and if you continue to procrastinate cleaning out that attic, garage, basement, storage unit, and closets, then eventually you’ll be leaving that mess for your family to take care of!  What a burden that could be!

Think about tackling one small project at a time, but be sure you know what it’s worth before you discard it, or give it away.  Try to clear out the clutter now; your loved ones will appreciate it!

If the job is too daunting, find someone to help, whether a professional or a friend.  JUST DO IT!

Article from Val Matheson 2 Places at Once Kelowna