@tinamaria1 - Really, really helpful! As I've been recovering from a procedure about 45 days ago I've been wandering around our house, ready to walk around with a "bag" of some sort, with my fiance next to me, and donate + trash + recycle + gift + consignment throughout our 3-story + full basement home.

I've hired an organizer, which I've used 3 times before in my life. As I now live in an area where there are no Professional Organizers, I've been lucky so far to reach out to an organizing business and find an organizer who will drive the extra distance (at the hourly compensation fee for travel above 45 minutes, each way) - but if it gets the job done, it'll be worth it - though I know it can accumulate again!

Also, there are highly reputable certified Professional Organizers that specialize in senior downsizing, and, if it works for you in your situation, can advise, coach and delegate virtually (through Zoom sessions). I did this last year, and it was very helpful emotionally and did get a key area of my home cleared and back to its intended use. Glad to share the link if anyone is interested.

Anyway, need all the encouragement, as I know how it has gone for me, but as I've just faced what I hope is a temporary medical encumbrance, if I'm smart, I'll keep this in the forefront as I recover and get onto the business of "less is more", especially as we get "more" in years!!

Thank you.