Comments on: Less Really is More

By: Katie

Katie — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:02:45 +0000

I actually am rushing head first into the 100 things challenge! I’m scared and delighted, all at once.

By: Tammy

Tammy — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:30:01 +0000

@The Everyday Minimalist – that’s awesome and such a good idea! We are traveling over Thanksgiving, so I might try out your idea. Hugs to you…

By: Tammy

Tammy — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:13:10 +0000

Yup – only 25 articles of clothing. Although, the number of items in my wardrobe might increase. I’m thinking of purchasing another pair of pants and a tweed jacket.

How do I mange dealing with such a small wardrobe? It’s pretty easy. I have a lot of basic items, so it’s easy to mix and match. When we started the downsizing process, I had a closet full of clothes that I never wore. It seemed silly to hang onto items that literally collected dust.

Also, I have a day job that doesn’t require dressing up everyday and that’s a good thing. Henry David Thoreau had it right when he said: “Be wary of any enterprise that requires new clothes.”

By: Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell

Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:12:35 +0000

Great post, and great idea, Tammy. We live in very small digs and I still need to get rid of stuff. Today, however, is about the emotional clutter of my life. I decided to take that down to -0-.

By: Dawn

Dawn — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:34:17 +0000

I would love to get down to 100 items, but with 2 teenage children that is difficult. I was looking over your list- do you really only have 25 articles of clothing? If so, I feel like a real clothes hog! Just curious how you do that.

By: The Everyday Minimalist

The Everyday Minimalist — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:46:36 +0000

Oh and thank you for linking to my blog

I really appreciate it!

By: The Everyday Minimalist

The Everyday Minimalist — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:46:10 +0000

Another great post!

You could also choose to pack your life into a suitcase. It helps identify what you actually NEED if you were to live out of a single suitcase.

I literally lived that when I was a consultant, becoming a minimalist… and it put a lot of things into perspective for me.

Now, if I were to move anywhere, I am confident that 3 suitcases and 2 carryons is sufficient for the rest of my life

By: Tammy

Tammy — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:24:10 +0000

@Kevin – thank you! I agree. It’s all about balance. The 100 Thing Challenge has worked for me. But it might not work for everyone.

@Jesse – Yay! Keep me posted on how the challenge goes. I hope it helps you downsize.

@Hayden – You go girl! Dave counts his book collection as 1 item, so you could too. We donated most of our books to the library. I love books, but we never reread any of them.

I can’t see myself actually using a Kindle. There is something about the feel of paper and actually seeing a book that makes me want to read. I enjoy ebooks, but it’s a different reading experience.

@Lisa – That’s awesome! I think the 10 Thing Challenge is a great option. Like Kevin said, we all have to find balance. WOW – a gray water system?! That is awesome!

@Liz – My number of personal items might increase. I’m considering purchasing a few new outfits! You inspired me to get my fashion groove on. My wardrobe needs a serious update.

By: Liz

Liz — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:35:11 +0000

I don’t know how you do it. Superwoman!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:26:11 +0000

The 100 Things idea is beyond my abilities, but the 10 Things is quite doable. Like my debts, I just keep chipping away! Today I dug a trench to re-route the gray water from the washer to water the garden area. Now I’m whittling down the laundry area clutter. Baby steps beat none at all!