My Battle with Clutter and Dust

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Here we are, everyone—it's the final Monday of July 2025. It feels almost surreal to realize that the year is slipping away from us at such a rapid pace. In less than 6 months, we'll be in 2026. I often catch myself mentally stuck in 2024, having to pause and remind myself of the current year. It's funny to think that if I still relied on writing checks, I would likely be making quite a few blunders! 

Time truly has a way of moving faster than we expect.

So what's up with the above photo? 

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Lately, I’ve been battling relentless allergies that seem to take root deep in my chest. The lingering effects of fire smoke - though thankfully now pretty much gone; coupled with the fine dust that accumulates in my home, often give me the sensation of an elephant pressing down on my chest, making each breath a strenuous effort. Interestingly, when I step outside and immerse myself in nature, I find relief; the fresh air seems to rejuvenate my lungs. Since living outdoors isn't an option, we've decided to tackle the clutter and dust inside my home with determination. 

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Several years ago, I decided to declutter my bedroom by saying goodbye to my dresser, while my husband still has his chest of drawers. In its place, I installed a charming wooden standing shelf in my closet, where I organized an array of baskets to neatly store all the items that once occupied my dresser. However, this decision led to a new challenge: what to do with my jewelry boxes and delicate trinkets that I loved to showcase. In search of a solution, I repurposed a slender, narrow bookcase, initially planning to upgrade it later. Yet, as time went by, life took over, and that intention lingered in the back of my mind, unfulfilled.

It seems that having a bookcase in my room is not meant to be, for this is the dustiest house I have ever lived in.  I can practically smell the accumulated dust on things. It's not that I avoid dusting - I do dust, but I will admit dusting ranks as my least favorite household chore.  So, my search for a solution began - determined to eliminate the clutter of dust collectors. I will tuck them away neatly in a drawer. 

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I ordered this piece, and it will fit beautifully in the designated space. Standing at 45 inches tall, its slender drawers are perfectly proportioned, ensuring it won't jut out too far from the wall and accidentally bump me when getting out of bed. The dimensions make it ideal for the room and adding a touch of elegance and charm to our room. The tall floor-standing jewelry boxes I came across were far too pricey for my budget. It's not that I possess a vast collection of jewelry because I really don’t but I do have a few cherished pieces and I love to wear earrings every day. (My jewelry of choice)  This isn't that big so I can fill it up nicely. What doesn't fit snug inside, gets donated. 

I really like the look of the fabric-covered drawers. The original price was $59.95, but to my surprise, when I was checking out, I discovered I had a $35 credit available that I wasn’t aware of. Ultimately, my total came to just $25.20, making it a good deal for me. 

I placed my order yesterday, and it has finally arrived! I can't wait till my husband gets up from his nap so I can get into the room to begin rearranging and tidying up. I can’t wait to bring a fresh, clean vibe to the space!

He’s finally up now, piecing everything together for me. It's now mid afternoon and it’s clear that this will be a two-day endeavor.

Until next time, 

Debby