I TOTALLY understand your feelings with this. Those items are NOT just “things”, they are filled with happy memories, moments in time, stability. They’ve been in every chapter of your story, your growth. They’ve become a part of YOU, so letting go of these, is like losing a piece of you. I mean, correct me if I’m wrong, but that’s what “things” in my kitchen/ home represent to me. I know the process is hard, but I also know how strong you are and that everything WILL be ok.
For me, I look at all my “things” and how I’ve cared for them, kept them running, protected them and the thought of them going to an unknown place, definitely makes me feel uneasy. ❤️
Sell the Kitchen Aid last. And if I were in your place, I'd write about the adventures you've had with it. Not giant adventures, just remembering things you've made, successes and failures, etc.
Oh my gosh!! I totally understand. Steve (husband) and I moved from north FL to OR in November. Sold most of our belongings. Unlike you, my beloved Kitchenaid went in a box for storage. I use it and it will bring me comfort wherever we land next.
I find it’s the time ‘in between’ that’s the hardest. As a result I tend to rip into packing and discarding. We emptied and sold the house in 2 weeks and left on our journey. I envy you having in-laws in Oz. Fabulous place. Enjoy. Maybe you’ll start cooking again!!
Haha. I'm grateful for my Australian family and looking forward to our life on the Gold Coast. I'm sure you and Brent have spent time in Oz, but my husband is a wonderful tour guide. Next time you make your way there, let us know.
I TOTALLY understand your feelings with this. Those items are NOT just “things”, they are filled with happy memories, moments in time, stability. They’ve been in every chapter of your story, your growth. They’ve become a part of YOU, so letting go of these, is like losing a piece of you. I mean, correct me if I’m wrong, but that’s what “things” in my kitchen/ home represent to me. I know the process is hard, but I also know how strong you are and that everything WILL be ok.
For me, I look at all my “things” and how I’ve cared for them, kept them running, protected them and the thought of them going to an unknown place, definitely makes me feel uneasy. ❤️
Sell the Kitchen Aid last. And if I were in your place, I'd write about the adventures you've had with it. Not giant adventures, just remembering things you've made, successes and failures, etc.
You can do this, really you can!
Oh my gosh!! I totally understand. Steve (husband) and I moved from north FL to OR in November. Sold most of our belongings. Unlike you, my beloved Kitchenaid went in a box for storage. I use it and it will bring me comfort wherever we land next.
I find it’s the time ‘in between’ that’s the hardest. As a result I tend to rip into packing and discarding. We emptied and sold the house in 2 weeks and left on our journey. I envy you having in-laws in Oz. Fabulous place. Enjoy. Maybe you’ll start cooking again!!
You've been on a similar journey! That's amazing. Not sure about the cooking, but if I do, Substack will likely be one of the first places I share it.
Australia! Jealous!
Haha. I'm grateful for my Australian family and looking forward to our life on the Gold Coast. I'm sure you and Brent have spent time in Oz, but my husband is a wonderful tour guide. Next time you make your way there, let us know.
In addition to visiting twice, I’ve actually lived there twice, including once in Brisbane!
A drink or coffee on your next visit then! Brisbane is a great city.