How much is too much?

Join in today as we sort through my closet and also bring some clarity to the question “How much is too much?”
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[@hopejstone]

My sisters and I have a rule when we are decluttering, if you make a scrunched face when you hold an item up or have to defend to yourself why you've kept it, it needs to go :) hahaha

[@DianaKokku]

Hahaha… yes!!

[@chrisperrucci76]

Absolutely!😄

[@shelleyt367]

that's brilliant!

[@donahazelwood9263]

If I like something, I don't care if it's in style or not.

[@dianasimplifies]

Same...these days I can't even keep up with what's supposedly in??

[@tgayer1]

I was going to say the same thing. 😊

[@viramandybur]

"It's exhausting being inside your head!" 😆♥

[@DianaKokku]

For me too 😂

[@teeshebas2478]

I think it’s hilarious the Diana is asking the Minimal Mom to store a present (aka add clutter) for her! Only a twin could do that! 😂

[@DianaKokku]

…and she doesn’t even care about gifts to boot 😉😆

[@chrisperrucci76]

I can't believe Dawn's going to keep it that long for her!😆

[@jacquelinesheedy88]

I loved it when you said, “See sometimes you just need someone who is different than you.” (You referring to your identical twin sister.)😂

[@DianaKokku]

I caught the irony of that too when I was editing… we’re definitely different in style! Lol 🤣

[@courtneyglasco2216]

And your birthday.. It's yours too...

[@TimesWithTammy]

Yesssss.... this was my same reaction... 😂😂😂the best laugh of the many you provide me with. You guys are the best team!! Thank you for just being your genuine selves and brightening my day every time!! #MyFavoriteTwins God bless you! 🙏🏾❤️😍

[@midlife_minimalist]

Me looking at all the tunic like tops in my closet being like uh those aren’t the style now? I just go with what I feel and look good in. “Styles” are created to get you to buy new stuff.

[@dianasimplifies]

I have a couple and they are so cute and a lady at church asked where I got them. Well I had them for years. I never know what is in or out! She told me she couldn't even find any on Amazon. I like them bc they cover your bum. ❤

[@andreamiedema4489]

I laughed out loud , I just wore a long tunic bouse and skinny jeans to church this past Sunday. I knew I shouldn’t have! Lol 😊

[@bethkurland6610]

I feel that your KZbin videos should count as serving. They are very positive and encouraging.

[@susiemmfh]

I love your interpretation of the thought that we are pilgrims in this world. This is temporary. Christians are on their way home (to their mansion).

[@veronicab6761]

She is spot on. So true! ❤

[@korywood1052]

Myself I don’t think anything is out of style so that adds to my problem

[@rachelt727]

Same.

[@christiet7870]

Same here!

[@AngelaBranscum]

Something my dad learned in Israel. The eye of the needle is not a sewing needle it’s actually a small door inside of the large gate. They would make the visitors come through the “eye of the needle” with their camels. They would have to unpack the camel to squeeze through. That way they could not bring in weapons. 💕

[@CheleBoxy]

And the camel had to go through on it's knees!!!

[@dMi_mi]

Very interesting. 😌 Thank You for sharing. 💖

[@myaccount9498]

Wow! Tysm for sharing 💓

[@valeriereneeharper]

It’s actually not true. It’s an actual needle that we know of, like for sewing. Joe Kirby got it wrong too and mentioned the correction near the end of his latest video. It’s the video about why God might be isolating you, and at the end he humbles himself and mentions some things he was mistaken on in the past, the needle being one of them.

[@AngelaBranscum]

@@valeriereneeharper​​⁠ hmm… idk. In Israel the Jewish guide walked them through the door and told them it was called the eye of the needle and what it was used for. That is interesting I will look into it.

[@audreydunn9788]

I just love hearing them laugh. It lightens my heart ❤

[@kathyambrose8388]

I think the blue top looks great on you Diana!

[@sabw3978]

I came here to say this too! I personally think it's a great colour for her 💕

[@Smith-he6bg]

Me too! Keep it! It looks great on you!

[@amcorazon698]

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[@DianaKokku]

Hahahaha… you could be the one! Thank you ☺️👏💛

[@amcorazon698]

@@DianaKokku yeah, you did it!

[@karendavidson7648]

That blue is your color! You need to keep wearing it! You look gorgeous in that color and yes it makes your eyes pop and your face glow/shine with the glory of the Lord! Love watching both of you!❤

[@FollowtheSilence]

I'm wondering if the color might look slightly different in person because, yes, on the video it looks amazing with Diana's coloring/eyes! 🤔

[@beckyjohnsen3128]

What?! I LOVE the jeans with stitched flowers done right. I always get compliments on mine😢. I'm 5'1", brunette and just turned 48. Oh well, wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same?!😂 This is so helpful to see the struggle because it gives me strength to see you do it. I know I can too. Sometimes you just need a buddy.❤

[@RachelDee]

I love it too and I just turned 30. I think it can go wrong, but it can really suit certain people

[@DianaKokku]

I think it’s ALL personal preference and style… Dawn’s not super out of the box… but I also haven’t worn them in the 18 months I’ve owned them, so away they go for someone to enjoy! 😉💛

[@juliejackman2649]

When I was 48 I found out I had a brain tumor (7 years ago). It was such a realization of how drastically life can change in just one day. I had surgery and it's gone now but I'm still recovering. And suddenly I'm in a new chapter or a new book..😊 Very humbling to not be able to function much overnight.

[@buttercup6170]

Diana, I think you look good in the bright blue😍❤

[@sharonrandazzo6420]

I do not care about what’s in style! It’s constantly changing =stress. I wear what I’m comfortable wearing. I don’t care what others think.

[@Ashley-jr1nm]

I could watch you two talk about anything all day long.

[@sandeestrunk777]

Oh and had a later thought - maybe one of you have covered this somewhere, but as your elder by 35 yrs, here is part of what I have learned in raising my family. Always buy good quality and classic styles so the likelihood of having to shop, bring new things in, sort old things out is diminished greatly and really easy to mange. You asked (paraphrased), "whats going on in our hearts that keeps us from getting rid of things.?" I ask, what was in my heart that told me to be on trend in the first place? I made the decision to financially support my family by going with classic and quality - not just in outerwear but in interior design and landscaping. Hope this helps....

[@tanyajohnston8262]

I love jeans with embroidery on them, each to their own😊

[@lihimizrahi5157]

It is the sweetest thing how Cora looks at Caden with a big sister look while she is a baby herself ❤

[@gapeach51170]

The last time I stayed at an Airbnb was for a girl trip and the kitchen was huge and had no method to the madness. I ended up straightening and putting like stuff together :)

[@sandymcallister4123]

Loved the earthly vacation analogy

[@ginazee84]

It’s so difficult to be inside my head too.

[@DianaKokku]

😂🤣😂 Solidarity!

[@judineptune5161]

Something about being a TWIN. I am a twin and I have twins. I frequently buy in TWOs. It's something that has always been with me and I am ok with it. NOT big items, just food or sometimes clothing. 😊

[@torilingrosso]

Diana this was a great video. I have been following Dawn's channel for 3 years and trying to become a minimalist and get rid of more stuff to be free to do better things with my time. I LOVED your quote you shared!! After watching your videos each time it makes me want to get back involved in Church, get closer to God and truly help serve my community. I had a lot of medical issues that for the past 6 years that robbed me from being my best. Thank you for motivation.

[@singerjo5791]

I did my colors 40 years ago. It makes shopping easier.

[@julejustjule]

Your colours change as you age. You may need to get them done again someday.

[@singerjo5791]

@@julejustjule No. I know what looks good on me. I have cool undertones so the cool colors still work I haven’t worn brown in 40 years.

[@akkoss2331]

Does someone have an affordable suggestion to have my colors done? My only local in-person option costs almost $400...yikes!

[@labradorite8256]

​@@singerjo5791im a cool tone too, used to love burgundy and emerald, all those dark jewel colours, but now I'm older I'm going for the lighter brighter tones in my palette, hot pink and icy lavender etc. I did not expect that to happen 😂

[@labradorite8256]

​@@akkoss2331I think you can still get the Color Me Beautiful book second hand. I even borrowed it from the library! The 4 palettes in there are very useful, because you need to see the difference between the undertones in each colour. Theres other theories as well but i think thats a good place to start. Also think back to what colurs you were wearing when you have got the most compliments. Have a look in KZbin, theres at least one person talking about colour and she also merges that with how to determine what styles suit you best. It makes such a difference when shopping. I pass by entire racks if they're not my colour. I do sometimes branch out of my palette and Trinny is very good for working out how to experiment to stretch into something thats not really your colour, eg don't wear it next to your face.

[@hollybetts5838]

You're getting rid of more clothes than I own 😂

[@DianaKokku]

I really didn’t think I had this many tucked away at the back of the drawer/closet either! 😅

[@hollybetts5838]

@@DianaKokkuI love watching you and Dawn be so real…you make me smile 🥰

[@connieridgway51]

Travel light! I love this❤ Thank you!!

[@user-lu3px5gq6b]

I’ve been decluttering our basement for 3 weeks now. I’ve taken 7 car loads of donations to our local thrift store. Averaging 7-9 boxes of clothing and household goods. I’ll probably be another3-4 weeks yet before I’m done. I just want you guys to know that you started this!!!! Thank you

[@natalieeubank4533]

Sorry to tell you but it is a consistent progress thing even years later I don’t feel like I’m ever done

[@lindaleight5291]

I never thought I could give up all my possessions to get into the Kingdom but after decluttering my home, I don't feel the need for possessions except for a place to sleep and food to eat. Oh, and a few clothes.

[@sherylpope1719]

would love a vid where Dawn helps Diana go through her clothes based on colours. Thanks for another fun video

[@catchingthewind1]

Diana, I actually think the blue looks really flattering on you and your complexion! It was thinking that it really suits you and brings out your blue eyes :)

[@Blankenshipable]

The eye of the needle is a narrow gate into Jerusalem. A camel had to walk through on his knees. A LOT of symbolism to “narrow is the gate to eternal life.” The eye of the needle is how someone had to travel through after dark when the city gate was closed.

[@valeriereneeharper]

That’s what Joe Kirby thought too but he corrected himself to learn the scripture meant an actual needle, like for sewing. Joe mentions it in his latest video toward the end when he talks about a few things he was mistaken on. The video is mostly about why God might be isolating you and at the end he chats a bit about some corrections.

[@candma4240]

Thank you for the word you shared, Diana. This really spoke to me. Also, Dawn's recent video on is your stuff too close, really spoke to me. You both are such a blessing to me as sisters in Christ. ❤

[@gailpepper1201]

Diana, just for future reference, take a small piece of scotch tape and wrap it around the end of the yarn. It will look like of like a shoelace (flatten as needed) or best ever, take a tooth flossing threader and use that to thread any needle. They work great even for regular sewing needles. That's what I use. I did the scotch tape method before someone shared the floss threader idea with me. I also love what you wrote, so very true of what's important and what isn't.

[@heidilarson5109]

I'm trying to picture the floss threader, can you explain more? (I understand the tape tip.) Is it dental floss?

[@julieauxier4814]

Even though you are twins your hair color is different. I like the blue shirt on Diana

[@carmenlheureux5435]

Tomorrow I'm going at my sister's to help her decluttering. Good timing!🎉

[@laurasharp8668]

I laughed out loud when You delegated keeping track of Dawn’s birthday present to her. That is totally something my sister would do. 😊

[@tonyamarvin231]

Diana, I love your sense of style and actually the shirt you had on was cool! You are the twin with the eye for fashion… hold on to your confidence in that!! Sometimes I feel like you get bullied by Dawn ….many of us love you, your style, your sense of fun, your love for the Lord, your humility, your love for gifts and how your brain works!!!!❤

[@nightowl8548]

I agree

[@cactusbutterfly2939]

I feel just the opposite and wonder how Dawn is so patient with Diane's constant focus on what other people think, her appearance, and I feel like Diane is always trying to manipulate Dawn. I'm guessing it is a reflection of our own personalities! Haha!

[@tonyamarvin231]

That’s funny! Definitely could be simply a difference in personality. If I think about it… I am probably more like Dawn than I am Diana. I follow and love them both. I just often cringe when Dawn says certain things to Diana. 😂

[@carrieperrigo2319]

We tend to notice things in others that are similar to us, lol!​@@tonyamarvin231

[@tammyblankenship6786]

I'm definitely a "winter". I found out when I was 18 years old. I am now 56.

[@suemiller3405]

Hair color does make a difference in colors to wear -- since my hair turned gray, I wear different colors.

[@alissaj8533]

Hi!! Thanks for the video! I appreciate the message and prayer! Have you ever heard of the ‘eye of the needle’ actually being a doorway? You can find a picture on google of a large gate blocked off and there is just one small doorway left. The camel would have to crouch down and bow his head, humbling himself to get through the doorway. I’m not sure if it’s accurate, but something I came across. God bless!!💜💜💜💜

[@DianaKokku]

Yes! Or the possibility of the Greek word camel actually being “cable” as they were quite close in sound. All are difficult and improbable! Thanks for sharing and adding to the conversation 💛

[@renewertz8895]

Wow! I just went on this channel because I recognized Dawn in the picture from her channel… I thought I was only going to get decluttering advice, but got the BONUS devotional in addition! Thank you! I loved it and I will be subscribing to you! You made my day!❤️🙏🏻

[@shawnasahs2431]

Dianna have you seen the video or pictures that talk about the doorways through the city gates in Bible times? They were very short and narrow and it was hard to get camels through. They called them the eye of the needle. Hence it was hard to get a camel through the eye of the needle. 😊

[@DianaKokku]

Yes! This is one theory about the passage. Or that the Greek word for camel is also very close to “cable” (like what’s used in ships) which also would be as difficult as yarn through a plastic needle 😆 All possibilities! Thank you for adding to the conversation!

[@magpie3571]

Your face brightened when you held up the greenish top!

[@kelliewalker7281]

Ladies! Just last weekend I purged 2 bags of clothes from my wardrobe. I am getting ready to go on vaca and felt very overwhelm by all the “stuff” I had in front of me. It felt so go to release things that I didnt need, however this morning I found myself peeking thru those bags. I just turned on and saw your post. I love how the Lord is using you both. Thank you☺️

[@DianaKokku]

Yes! Don’t do what I did! Let it go… let it go… 😆 Good job! 🙌💛

[@MikeyDonna]

I am a senior citizen and when I pack for me and my husband to go for a week to visit our grown kids and grown grandchildren I take my very favorite, comfortable, correct colors. I spend a week knowing that whatever I pick to wear that day will work and I will love what I’m wearing. So when I downsize my wardrobe I pretend that I’m going on that trip. I only keep the pieces that I would put in that suitcase. Donna

[@jnichols7886]

I love your service project for the month of May! You can call it “how May I help you?!“ 🥰😂

[@creativelycountry1617]

I was taught that the “needles eye” was actually a very narrow gateway into Jerusalem…. So Jesus saying about being hard for the camel to enter the eye of a needle would be that they had to unload the big packs off of the camel, they were too big- and it still had to maybe stoop down or something in order to get through…. Always made more sense when I though it that way… Our possessions can become to big and heavy and keep us from walking the narrow way if we aren’t careful… Would love your thoughts Diana!

[@louisefriisp]

Black jeans are always smaller in the size than blue jeans. Just so you know🥰

[@labradorite8256]

Oh so I'm not just imagining it!!!!! Thank you for clearing that up.

[@jeanne2583-w1n]

I was doing a huge clean out and my Navigator was crammed with clothes. My friends went through and got what they wanted, my brother's secretary went through and got what she wanted, and at the end I had about four pieces to give to charity.

[@suemiller3405]

I'm a grandma -- and a great grandma. Guess I should head over to Macy's!

[@marylynnmellens5597]

Funny they were selling tons of Prom dress.

[@lydiazerwekh8141]

Simple cross stitch embroidery is an age-appropriate fine motor craft for young children. Be grateful and honor your mother.

[@starzyk6897]

Dear Diana! You look great in that top you wore for your first Bible study. In the video the colour matches you so well!!!

[@marlawegrzyn6991]

Ok dawn, you opened the door…..how did you figure out what colors to wear?? I’m so glad you posted this video. I need to declutter so much. Who needs that much stuff!!! Surely not me! Thank you

[@CelebrateEverything]

Yes, I want to know more about how Dawn got her colors done!

[@adrellangley]

I think we have adapted the "Eye of the Needle Gate" as what we know as the eye of the sewing needle. The Gate is in Jerusalem, which opened after the main gate was closed at night and was something the people of that day could relate to. I’ve already started with the May challenge. I don’t want prizes, it has just already made me feel better! Thanks for this challenge!

[@kimhefley1683]

I love that shirt on Dianna! And Dawn looks red to me, not crazy about her sweater

[@elleg2851]

I really like the travel light when u said it that feeling of hitting my soul ❤beautiful and i love that u want to help us to do good in this world 🌎 ✨️ your may month challenge- just very nice

[@patriciahibbard7345]

I love what you wrote Diana!

[@kariw788]

Things will.come back inside style.... Things from my teens are now in the stores...

[@tracil7493]

Diana I got my shirt yesterday Love Wins. Yes, love wins!

[@donnaschmitt49]

Diana, I loved this conversation. That is one of my favorite scripture stories. I especially love Matthew 19:16 where the rich young ruler says, "what lack I yet?' That can be a scary question to ask specifically what we individually to change within ourselves. for that man it was his wealth. for me, it could be something else, and you another. Whatever the Lord's answer, we have to exercise faith in Him. I tried this once and was so worried I would have to do something really really hard like sell my house or something like that. What it was though was an answer of a small change I needed to make in my life. Nothing huge and completely doable. It was completing a small act of service for a friend. I know God loves and knows each one of us and knows our needs. Perhaps someday I will be told to sell all of my possessions but for now He is meeting me where I am and what is attainable for me right now. I don't know if I explained this well but basically Jesus knows what is best for us and what we need to improve each day and draw closer to and become more like him. I know if pray in faith, we can have the help we seek to strengthen our weaknesses.

[@barbsterk5030]

No no! That blue looks so pretty on you! Keep it!! I think we have a natural tendency to be drawn to colors that look good on us after a while. Wear the colors you love and who cares. But it is nice to know what colors look good on us too, remembering it’s just a suggestion. Love your message hear though. Really thinking about this lately.😊

[@user-vm3nn8pu2h]

I think that blue is great it makes her eyes pop❤😍😍

[@tabithaboyd-vp7rj]

Diana and Dawn, Please do a video having you colors done so we can get some tips from you both.

[@angiek6304]

I think dark blue goes well with Diana"s blonde hair and blue eyes, maybe not so good with Dawn's hair color.

[@mololipop048]

Thanks! I wanted to cry when you read your quote, very true.

[@julejustjule]

I did cry. Today is 3 months since my best friend aged 57 went home. Life is very short.

[@angelinamccarville]

My daughter: what are you watching? Me: It’s my friends, Diana and Dawn 😊

[@OpenSesame33]

I have moved overseas four times. Each time, I brought a mammoth suitcase with me and mailed boxes of stuff to arrive later. Each time, I lived perfectly happily with what I had brought, but once the boxes arrived, I burrowed through them eagerly, wondering how I had survived without all of these things I had forgotten I owned.

[@juliejackman2649]

I love Diana's quote ❤. I believe things of this life actually belong to God and we're to be wise stewards over them throughout our lives..rented or owned or borrowed. 😊

[@wandrousvindella716]

"It's exhausting being inside your head"....I shared a bedroom with my "blonde" sister who is 18 months younger. I understand. I acknowledge. I'm still laughing 😉 And my mom was one of six sisters who shared one bedroom with 2 full size beds.

[@jenniferbarney4220]

Such a fun video! And very timely, with the All Day Declutter today in the TYHB group. Today's prayer was especially uplifting. 😊

[@annlink8265]

Is Dawn really going to remember she has it??? I can't wait to find that out!

[@Smithpolly]

She should put a reminder message on her phone saying where she put it to come up on her birthday

[@mikitaylor7074]

I like the blue on you Diana , but when Dawn held up the green it looked even better . Bless you both 💕🩵💕

[@yvonneh.3618]

I like Macy's, some of my best quality clothes came from there.

[@midlife_minimalist]

I don’t know if it’s different in person but that blue shirt looks fabulous on Diana on video. The orangey flowey top did too. Maybe you all are somewhat neutral .

[@juliemarshall7458]

Twin power! ❤

[@raylenepreuss1430]

We are moving 17000 kms, and we are choosing to sell / give away everything that won't fit in two car loads. It has been so cathartic, emotionally / spiritually decoupling from the stuff, and keeping only what we really value. I hadn't considered this in light of the rich young ruler but your thoughts resonated deeply. Thank you.

[@julier8564]

Diana, I don't mind the color of that top you're wearing! But if you're not comfortable, then get rid of it. But Dawn, I love your sweater/top! I thought this was a good video and encouraging. Thank you!

[@ErinNDo]

Seeing you talk about this issue of getting everything together and starting to take it to the donation center is exactly what I need to hear. Hearing you talk through these items and your reasons for getting rid of them is very helpful. We at home are sitting with our items doing the same thing. It’s encouraging to have a body double with the same action. I would love more videos around this. I have the knowledge of what to do, tips and tricks, which are great but it’s the heart ties connected to stuff and the next step of bringing it to take it to the center that can be hard. I love how you tie it to my faith. The strength of my faith can redirect my mind in blessing others instead of scarcity or fear of loosing a memory of that time where I was wearing that top. ❤ Your quote brought me to tears several times as I relistened to it over and over. The memories we take with us to heaven! The relationships! I don’t have to fear loosing those! 🙏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻☝🏻

[@kimberlylysaght6169]

What you wrote Diana is so beautiful and absolutely true. It gave me goosebumps. ❤

[@christinequintana881]

❤ what you wrote about going home. Thank you, ladies. Just took 5 bags of kitchen stuff and clothes to Goodwill! Now I have room for my fall dish set in my kitchen cabinets. No more hauling bins upstairs. I will definitely use them more often this year. So that is a huge win for me! 🎉

[@jenniferbrooks--planj5459]

Great word! We can get very legalistic sometimes.

[@Smith-he6bg]

The blue and white shirt is nice! Keep it!

[@shelleyt367]

it is SO much easier to declutter clothes with another person; I take pics and send to my daughter for her y/n when we can't get together in person; works well and is so quick to do

[@theresahanson-rf4id]

Yes I’d rather have my energy for people I love or even just others I meet than soooo much stuff

[@lenettasmith-murray2145]

I've got 4 bags of clothes in my trunk to give to my friends church. Trash bags I'm talking about, lol. Yippee 😊

[@cindywinkler4172]

That's a very beautiful quote

[@flufftronable]

Diana, your hair looks beautiful.

[@pinkroses135]

God will provide whenever you need it 😊

[@momsnewlife1197]

Diane, taking care of your family is serving God.

[@pamgrace2529]

I cannot verify this as a fact but I heard that the "Eye of the Needle" was the actual name of an actual narrow gate in Jesus's time. The gate was well known and a necessity to get through (like a single bridge) to one of the major cities.

[@annievw5640]

I have heard something similar. It was an anology that the ‘eye of the needle’ was a low gate as well. So a camel would have to get down to get through it. Meaning that we also must humble ourselves to enter the kingdom.

[@user-ep6ux6tl8e]

I noticed several months back that I own zero pastels in my closet, I don’t look good in pale light colors. Now that I am aware of this, I no longer stop to look at anything that color bc it’s a waste of my time to try on or purchase online.

[@tamrakrohn2456]

Thanks! This was great. “Travel light” is my new go to thought.

[@annbeth6730]

I don’t have trouble I only let things go if they don’t fit or they are worn out

[@Siures]

I am not religious (lost it in the last years), but „travel light“ really speaks to me. Your freer to follow your own path, your less likely to act egoistic. It’s known that the more you have the more your afraid to lose it. It’s stress and stressed people tend to be unkind and people with fear of losing their wealth won’t fight for social equality and justice. And - even if I am not religious anymore - that was what Jesus fought for.

[@marlenek3412]

This was fun :) I have a tip I picked up that I believe is pretty neat that people may not think of with cardigans. I bought a long sleeve one and a short sleeve that I can wear both as tops alone and also over top of a blouse as well. You can pick your appropriate style neckline you prefer. This gives you options in wearing it! Thank you for your tips too!

[@reneemenary7641]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE LOVE LOVE what you wrote Diana!!! So very true. I have said often, "Life is Fleeting." I love your analogy here. I'm much older than the two of you (more like your mom's age) but I gain so much from both of you, and love you both. Dawn, it used to bother me a bit when you would say, 'I love you' to all of us out here, because you don't know us, but I get it... Christian love and love for those around you. I love to listen to you both, and especially like to watch your interaction with each other. Thank you both for your willingness to share. God bless you both and your families. Love from Iowa.

[@philippaearley1977]

Thank you for these wise thoughts and bringing me back to what is important 👏🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@allenbeachy3511]

Yes, do your colors! That has helped me so much to minimize my wardrobe. Anne