March 8, 2022

Decluttering

“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on Earth, where moths and vermin destroy and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in Heaven . . . For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:19-21

Decluttering. Certainly the catch word for today, giving some of us huge guilt that we are getting rid of “useful” things. But is decluttering a catch word for everyone? To be honest lots of the world’s people would love to have the problem of “too much stuff.” For many, not having enough of the basics like plumbing and running water is the problem – it’s not having multiple televisions, winter coats, books, and linens. We bemoan the task of decluttering when in fact we should be thankful we even have this problem. Notice I didn’t say happy. But we should be at least grateful that we are comfortable and safe and educated – grateful every day – because the vast majority of people have none of these things

Actually, I’m preaching to myself as I tackle my stash of stuff - a sort of building up steam to accomplish the job - but decluttering is squarely a first world problem and a problem most of the world would love to have.

So troops – go clean those closets, attics, basements, and garages, and give that sock drawer another go over. Folks in the know say that when your life is materially simple, life is less stressful. Hum. Now that would be good. And, of course, have a stash for the rummage sale. We’ll all be glad you did.


Father: Let us be always grateful for our material blessings and actively seek to help those less fortunate than ourselves. Amen

Vivian Anderson