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Old 11-15-2022, 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Whitley View Post
Hold on to the car. It is difficult to explain the auto market today. Other than that, maybe a couple of your favorite sweatshirts. Glad you found it cathartic. I just about had a breakdown. Forty years of collecting rare books (18th century) to objects d'art ie faberge; then realizing what I was proud of really meant little to most. Even autos I offered my kids (again) were not wanted. One chose a Hyundai over a Pantera. I was actually a bit proud of her, as the more I thought about it the sillier I felt. These "items" mainly created headaches. Going minimalist is, in my opinion, a great plan. Enjoy what really matters in life, family and friends.
Thanks- it has actually felt good already to part with so much of my “stuff”. I don’t think I’ll miss any of it - I don’t want my retirement defined by stuff I collected in the past. I’m hanging on to my stamp collection (will be joining the Villages stamp club), but I want a very stream lined and uncluttered house (more aesthetically pleasing, and way easier upkeep). I’m thinking of hanging onto my car for now, great advice in this current market.
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