Survey #243—Full Response from Laurie
| Pronouns | She/her |
|---|---|
| If you shop in thrift stores, resale shops, charity stores, pawn shops, or other sources of second-hand goods, what kinds of things do you look for? Are there any categories of items that you would ONLY buy used? Any categories of items that you would NEVER buy used? | I've mostly bought shirts for myself and my husband second-hand. I can find quality brand clothing that is in perfect condition at a fraction of the price of what the item originally cost. The quality is better than something I could by at a big box store. I've also bought home decor items. I don't buy something unless I have a specific place that I know I'm going to use it. I've bought costume jewelry and shoes if I have a special occasion and many times, I donate the item back when I'm done with it. I wouldn't buy a used mattress or used underwear. I would be hesitant to buy furniture covered in fabric such as a sofa or chair. |
| If you’ve ever completed a major decluttering project, have you experienced re-cluttering anxiety afterwards? Please describe your experience and how you’ve tried to manage this feeling. | I've had to learn what is too much by experimenting. I thought that I liked a cozy look with shelves nicely displaying items that were pretty, but I wasn't dusting the shelves as often as I should have. So, I had to decide how many items I was willing to move in order to dust the shelves and the items on the shelves. I started with seven items per shelf, then five and now three. I'm not willing to move much to clean! And the shelves still look pretty with just a few special items. |
| How often do you deep-clean your kitchen, going above and beyond whatever daily or several-time-a-week routines you maintain? | At least once a year |
| What routines or habits have been useful to ensure that your kitchen is always clean? | In the morning after breakfast, I rinse off the dishes and put them in the dishwasher. I spray down the countertop with soapy water and wipe it down. I sweep the floor maybe once a week. That's clean enough for me! |
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