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[nancylang]

I decluttered while my husband was terminally ill. I know it was a matter of having control over something while watching the uncontrollable.

[FamilySmith]

You made me feel so much better when you said, "We have 5 sewing machines. And neither of us sew." Hahahahahah That was a great chuckle.

[bobbibartley]

My husband had Alzheimer's for many years. Sadly he passed last Saturday. I have no idea how I'm going to deal with our storage unit all alone. Missing him is hard enough. Going into storage with all our memorabilia from over the years, I don't know how I'm going to be able to get through it emotionally let alone physically. My hubby was still strong up til the end. But his spatial orientation was gone so he was like a bull in a china shop and I couldn't take him to storage for the last few years. I tried to be prepared for this but there's just no way. You are an inspiration Leslie. My heart goes out to you and Jason. Dementia is such a cruel and treacherous journey. Make the best of every single moment while you can. XX ❤️

[lynnaolmos]

Three years ago my ex husband died. Are divorced wasn’t final when he passed a way. I was so overwhelmed and sadden to go back to my house that I still owned to see thing and the condition of the house that I owned I literally had 3 day to to get rid of things to get the house ready to sell . If it wasn’t for God, looking over me I don’t know what I would’ve done. I Had a yard sale for 2 days on the weekend Covid was just ending. I had a lady that came to the yard sale she had just lost her son to Covid and lost her entire house to a fire that had happened next-door to her. She asked me if I had any beds for sale I said well I have a queen size bed, a double bed and a twin bed. You’re welcome to all of them. I gave her sheets and and towels and dishes, God put her in my path.

[sandimcdaniel]

"Going after it like I'm freaken moving out!"😂

[IonaWard]

I just found your channel today. My late husband had dementia so I know how difficult it is to be a caregiver. My husband spent over $500 for 5 pieces of Hull pottery and then I took his bank card, the checkbook, and his van keys. I realized his mind wasn’t working right so to protect our finances I had to be drastic. So proud of you for how you are letting go.

[b.t.taylor]

I survived an hours-long, violent assault in 2016. I tried to pretend that nothing had happened, and kept working, kept pushing… until I couldn’t any longer. In 2018, I just sort of imploded. Couldn’t bring myself to get out of bed. Wouldn’t eat. Ended up in hospital with kidney stones because even taking in water felt pointless- it wasn’t worth it to me. Here we are 6 years later almost to the day, and while I’ve improved, it is a LOT to try to create a new life for oneself after trauma hits us (whether that’s a loss, a medical crisis, an attack, an accident). I’ve been through a lot in my life, and my family was gone by the time I was 35. Grandmother was lost to dementia and it’s something I fear myself. I just wanted to send empathy, warmth, & understanding from my home to yours… We all have different battles in life, but heartache & overwhelm usually get all of us at some point or another. Wishing you love, comfort, strength, & moments of respite as you walk your path💝 You’re not alone!

[heidihaeni]

I subscribed to your channel as soon as you said the word, "Aging."
I've grown weary of watching 20 somethings making videos of decluttering their bedrooms at their parent's houses just because they're bored of their clothes.
I was in an accident a few years ago, and now I'm mostly healed, and want to declutter and reorganize.
Your content works for people who have been through the school of hard knocks.

[betsyslat]

I absolutely love you! My home was clean and relatively organized, until my husband got dementia. He is in heaven now, I have cancer that is controlled by a medication that makes me feel exhausted. I so need to begin to declutter and your video has given me hope. I can at least start! Thank you, Lesley! ❤

[susielynch]

I use a donation center that donated to US Vets and they pick up at my home it's great. Because donations make it into my car and ride around with me for weeks. A lot of donation centers are limited what they take as well as only take donations on certain days which makes it hard. So making an appointment for them to come and pick up everything is the best.

[LaSuculentaCasaVerde]

Hi Leslie, this is my first time visiting your house, thank you for letting us in and I am using an online translator. Before I had a huge amount of sets of dishes for at least 8 people, now that my husband and I are alone, I realize that we no longer need all that, and I realized that before I didn't need them either, (imagine, two sets of crockery for each season of the year) followed by a lot of dirty dishes to wash after family meals, with how easy and practical it is to have disposable paper plates and cups, which now end up in my compost pile. I am trying to eliminate depression from my life and seeing everything that is no longer used makes me feel so bad and think so much that I should get rid of it because every time I see them when I walk near them it makes me sad. . I cling to what will not return. And the worst of all, whatever the case may be, is that I am forgetting to live in the present. You have done a great job showing us your video, but I am not referring to the physical effort you have made, but to the motivation and teaching that you have been able to transmit to us through it. Please accept a warm hug, from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

[vanessarobinson]

I'm in my 60s with 3 grown up daughters and have been decluttering this year. I ask them if they want certain items which has helped enormously. Its lovely seeing these things in their own homes too. Even jewelry i no longer wear from hubby is now being worn by them❤

[Sherrydelaney]

Its been my experience in life...people who give a lot of Grace and kindness are those that get it the least, and most often need it the most! Love your honesty and know you and yours stay in my prayers. We all need to show more Grace and kindness these days. No one gets out without scars. Head high ..crown straight, wrist wave queen to queen! LOL

[karenkuhr]

Of all the decluttering videos I watched or books I've read, this one really hit me. Because if you, of all people who us the epitome of decorating, etc, have so much clutter, then I don't feel like such a failure, and can take that first baby step to decluttering my home. Thank you!❤

[terrypoff]

I recently saw old pictures of my old condo after I got it staged for the open house. It was an eye opener to realize how much I loved it after I had cleared out a lot of my stuff. It has really stuck with me and made me want to declutter.

[LyranSoul]

That is a good point, the money is already wasted so might as well get rid of it. That is what always holds me back.

[janpeterson]

I appreciate your video. My husband passed almost three years ago. He was a wonderful husband, dad, and grandfather. But he was a huge, huge, huge collector of books, mining equipment, soda pop bottles, and thousands upon thousands of of football cards. Some could be quite valuable but I don’t have the tome or energy to figure it all out. I’m pretty much on a kinda of a roll, finding places to donate, sell, or give away. Not only is physically demanding (I’m 73) but so emotional too. I was sorry to see you break down in tears. Jan in Kentucky 💙

[micstennes]

Leslie, I’m right there with you!!! My husband has PSP (progressive supranuclear palsy) Of course I have to do everything inside and outside myself and I never feel in control about anything!!! Its been that way for 10 years and I am mentally and emotionally fatigued and feel so unsuccessful in everything I need to accomplish!!! One day at a time, right?! I’m proud of you and I’m proud of myself. Sending love to you and Jason 💝🙏🏻

[sharronchurch]

I'm so glad to see you're normal. Thanks for being Real.... I have a lot going in.

[Cindy-ltcm]

Thank you so much for being real! This is the first declutterring video where I feel encouraged to get started rather than just frustrated with myself