Decluttering Success Is Exhausting

[@angelamcghee4489]

Hazel sounds like a great friend 😊

[@carolmilligan5653]

Everybody needs a Hazel in their life. Please send her over this way.

[@primeofmidlife]

Nope, no kidnapping of the Hazel is allowed

[@chelseaK11]

Patrick sounds like a wonderful,helpful man. Yay, Patrick 🎉

[@lauraweiss7875]

Everyone needs a Hazel in their life! It’s a beautiful Spring day here in northern Illinois (finally), and I’m “decluttering” my back and side yards of excess branches, dead leaves, and assorted winter detritus. Cheers to all the Spring cleaners and meal preppers!

[@pinkpixiepeony4407]

So happy that you are on the decluttering/ no spend journey. It truly is EXHAUSTING , but going forward, do not bring any more clutter in. You will save time, money, and energy.Thank you for sharing and continue with the great job!!

[@KatherineNottingham-wu2gh]

There is a beautiful serenity that comes over one when exhausted from cleaning and organizing😊

[@primeofmidlife]

I am not sure I would quite call it serenity but definitely exhausted lol

[@katharinawalker716]

Hello, have a vac sealer from aldi for 5 years, I alway put my food in a cheap freezer bag, then insert into a sealer bag to vac and seal. This way I can reuse the vac bags, no need to wash, unless a spillage has stained the bag. Saves a lot of money and plastic in the rubbish

[@marymiles9922]

Hi Karen! I need a friend like Hazel! I haven't even got things sorted from my move last October. I can't bend down low or get on a ladder with my ruined hips and back. I guess I'll have to hire it done..family won't help. Please rest and relax.You can do more tomorrow! 😴 🛋️ ☕

[@lesliekeller8538]

Good job Karen, Hazel and Patrick. 👏👏👏

[@joycef8443]

I have been inspired by you. Yesterday, I moved some side tables around, room by room. I cleared out a bunch of stuff today! Rearranged my fabric stash and will be donating some of it that I know I will never use then got my hubby to throw out TWO ragged shirts, (after I cut off the buttons)! I felt pretty energized….until I stopped, then I folded.

[@primeofmidlife]

Well done you, I think I am still in bits this morning lol

[@decluttering-queen1898]

Sounds like a successful day. Your friend sounds like me ruthless when i get going. Take care . Just have a good rest now xx

[@primeofmidlife]

That definitely sounds like Hazel, even cups of tea were timetabled for only after certain things were done lol

[@decluttering-queen1898]

Cup of teas sound good to me in-between decluttering. Xx

[@iamaslavetonoman911]

Iv just jet washed the dog run and battled the cat with the brush..cat won ..then just chilled all day..its been awhile iv just sat bk ....busy Sunday....

[@poppy6488]

Hazel is so right Karen. HOW did you end up with food being stored in your bedroom?! You could be in danger of becoming one of those hoarders 😮😅 You really will feel the benefits of a much better sleep in a bedroom that's been cleared and refreshed. Better energy 🎉

[@Simon-qn5wm]

Well done Karen. You inspired me to declutter my bedroom & bathroom. It is hard work but this time I will keep on top of it.

[@fianorian]

Maintaining is so much easier once you've decluttered. I decluttered my house a couple of years ago.

[@primeofmidlife]

I certainl hope so, I don't think I ever want to have to do that again

[@poppy6488]

Maintenance is key. I have it in my head that whatever something new I bring into the house, I have to get rid of something else. Be it furniture, books, bedding etc

[@ginavandam735]

Wow!!!! What a job you have done...and all in one day!!! Wish I had your friend here to help me as well

[@lindajacquot5391]

Good work!! You are so fortunate to have a friend like Hazel! Have a cuppa or three and chill out, get recharged, and drive on! ❤

[@kaycee625]

I want a Hazel!! You lucky, lucky girl Karen.

[@dorisfuchs4708]

I am decluttering here in Germany too. Sad, I have no Hazel. Blessings from Bavaria

[@mariedamon5655]

Arrrhh glad you got lots done .feels great when all done.bless you .Great friend and great partner. Pulling together moves mountains .we did are massive garage this week .exhausting but nearly finished it all x

[@hazelbeats7227]

Hazel knows everything lol

[@julianrobertson3303]

Well done as always , I've also decluttered , I've donated a huge amount of valuable effects as people just won't buy & all the car parking problems in central Brighton complicates transport logistics , it was far easier to give a lot of effects & equipment away as it temps people to collect, it's decluttered my property & has made a huge positive difference , one of the main space issues I still have is all the tin food for all this prepping ! , prepping tin food takes up a lot valuable space , but that's fine as I will find space for all that , I may need it one day ?.

[@primeofmidlife]

Well done you, especially for finding what way works for you for getting things removed.

[@eastcoastrabbit4474]

Sounds like Hazel is a force of nature :) Maybe she'll come back when you're ready to tackle the kitchen.

[@decluttering-queen1898]

Bring back Hazel for the kitchen. X

[@TiggersMum13]

Hey Karen, great job, I help friends declutter and it is exhausting, especially if they struggle to let go, it must always be their choice so well done off loading so much and not falling into the prepper trap of keeping everything because we may not be able to get it again! I'm sure you will feel the benefits of clearing out - just give yourself a week or two off before you get your freezer stocked, sleep tight. PS top tip with the vacuum sealer, make the bags double the size they need to be for non smelly items like vege, bread etc.. as you can wash them, dry them and reuse them. For meat and cooked meals you will always need a 10cm head space to seal the bag effectively so take that into consideration, those plastic bag rolls are not cheap x

[@Dutch_Gonneke]

Sounds like a brand new start! Lovely! I bought one of those vacuum sealers from the Lidl shop and it was well worth the money.

[@joycef8443]

I looked at one today at Target but could not justify the price.

[@tracyburton3458]

One day working flat out and the results will last for a long time. Well done Karen - Hazel sounds amazing too.

[@grammamary7283]

I’m pantry and freezer eating now too for 3 months except milk, and some fresh produce. An idea would be to use your 20 pounds weekly after your necessary milk etc to fill in the gaps of things you do definitely use a lot of all the time, cat food, toilet paper, Mayo, shelf stable milk. I’ve done that as I’m pantry eating. I believe you will greatly enjoy having all the variety of foods ready to go. Maybe start a sheet of paper taped to the freezer listing the item and which shelf you put it on. Sort of a freezer inventory as you go.

[@primeofmidlife]

I am liking those thoughts, thank you for that

[@lynnoorman2144]

Well done! I find a good way to keep track of preps is to make a list of what I have got AND where, including sellby dates! Your Hazel sounds like a whirlwind of energy - just hearing about her means that I've got to go and have a little lie down...😂

[@primeofmidlife]

Hazel is indeed a whirlwind of energy. I still don't think I have recovered this morning lol

[@irenebaker8263]

I agree Karen...sorting and decluttering is emotionally and physically exhausting!

[@primeofmidlife]

Oh yes, and now I have the kitchen to do so I can get to my appliances lol

[@preppernut]

Wow. Good job, you two. It will feel so good once it is all done.

[@charlotteslowsdown]

Well done you! I thrill we all need to channel our inner Hazels for April!

[@debby7124]

What a Great friend! I’m glad you got so much done, good for you!❤

[@catrinalumley6628]

I fettled my fridge first week of half term... I've mentioned before my grown up boy has autism, well, he's been doing his own pack ups... Completely lost control of my fridge, forever having to move stuff where my boy had shifted stuff... I've gave him one of the large salad drawers, anything sandwich related or pack up related in general goes in the box... A week later and it appears to be working, still have a nice tidy fridge... Took me ages, but it was so worth it xxx

[@jeannebowes2898]

My son and I swept out every corner of my little garage. We loaded up the back of the Subaru with recycling and dropped it off at the center. we both stopped for haircuts and to pick up some groceries. I have meat that was on special, so will have to seal up for the freezer tonight. We consumed all in the freezer and am restocking as items are on sale.

[@primeofmidlife]

Fantastic and productive day, well done to both of you

[@caroldaviddaviejohnson2225]

A vacuum sealer is the way to go, theyre great, even by vacuum sealing your meats etc for the freezer will keep it 3x longer than in its normal pack. Anything dried for long term is good to vacuum seal too. Its a really handy gadget to have, i love using mine! Had mine around 4 yrs and well worth it👍

[@crashq8784]

You'll love the vacuum sealer. Make sure you get plenty of bags as well a roll. It generally stops freezer burn and it's great for organizing the freezer. Taking a few minutes to break up any bulk purchases of meat into serving sizes pays off as well. Congratulations on all you achieved today - take the time to enjoy it and give yourself permission to rest!!

[@KatherineNottingham-wu2gh]

Yes to suffer, no fools❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉Karen and Hazel

[@iamaslavetonoman911]

Greetings

[@kathleentanner343]

Well done ! Hubby did a huge op shop run yesterday for us ! about to have a massive cull on linen and books ! thought about my clothes and then remembered I may live in Perth with extreme heat but am a frequent visitor to NZ where temps are cooler ! so have to think this through! But well done

[@primeofmidlife]

Oh definitely be careful with the clothing. There were definitely different sections for my clothing arranged yesterday.

[@kathleentanner343]

@primeofmidlife reply yes am doing that now work casual dresses evening wear and winter ! even had the audacity to roam to the husbands side of the wardrobe

[@judimantos904]

Could you mail Hazel to the U.S. I sure could use her help😊

[@carolineudaw541]

Well done Karen. Wish I had a friend like Hazel❤️

[@louisehyden4802]

Hi karen , well I'm exhausted just thinking about the day you've had 😂😂😂 Saying that can I borrow Hazel please ?? ..... I promise to give her back lol ❤

[@primeofmidlife]

Nope, no borrowing or otherwise of the Hazel

[@butterflyj1967]

Well done!

[@catpotter9503]

I find house work exhausting I did my housework all by myself over last Friday on bank holiday weekend I was shattered ❤❤❤❤

[@primeofmidlife]

Well done you, I totally agree it is exhausting

[@philodowd8080]

I need a magic Hazel

[@marylynch2510]

💞💖💖💞💖💞

[@gailgulliver8970]

Karen I think as we get older and we live a life we gather stuff I see my home I have to clear but it’s hard because I come from a generation of mend and make do so here goes time to let go ..x

[@tonette6592]

Would Hazel like to visit America? LOL! Don't overdo it; relax tomorrow.

[@primeofmidlife]

Nope, I refuse to allow anyone to kidnap my Hazel lol

[@LorrieAnne]

Great Job !! Now rest.

[@Lizapendleton]

Great yourself to a little bucket of Epsom salts from the internet, and Chuck a couple of cup full s in the bath. Good for aches and pains.

[@thebestwillow]

Does hazel know what all this sudden decluttering is for?

[@primeofmidlife]

Hazel knows everything lol

[@thebestwillow]

@@primeofmidlife good. When someone is ruthless, it's best that they know everything.

[@crazyaboutmagazines]

I actually said you would be totally worn out today on yesterday's vlog, lol. Have a rested evening; you deserve it! Hope your back stays ok. Take care. x

[@primeofmidlife]

You did and you were right, I am still suffering today lol