Thursday, May 5, 2016

What I gave away/used up in April

I live in a very teeny studio apartment- approximately 300 sq ft! There is minimal storage space, which has driven my ongoing quest to only keep (and buy) what I truly use and need. I do a pretty good job of it, overall I don't really have hoarding tendencies and don't get too attached to things. However, for some reason I've recently become motivated to cut back even more, even if it's just a few small things here and there. This is what I was able to give away and use up in the past month.

-3 mugs to my church: We serve coffee and pastries every week and everyone who considers themselves to be a church member is asked to donate a mug. This church has been my home for 2+ years now and I only just "officially" became a member by bringing a mug :)
Some essentials: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream, Soap and Glory 
A Great Kisser  Lip Balm, LUSH Ultrabalm, Tarte Maracuja Oil, 
Jack Black Lip Balm, Liz Earler Super Skin Concentrate, etc
-3 Bath and Body Works candles: A few years ago I was obsessed with these and would always stock up during sales. I finished off 3 halfway burned candles and saved the containers for storage. Pictured is the one I keep at my desk with a few essentials that I am always reaching for.
-Pink and red striped scarf from Hollister, fluffy earmuffs, bookends, and about 6 miscellaneous clothing items.
-1 highlighter: Now it may seem silly to take note of this, but I feel like I have so many pens and highlighters lying around! I'm trying to use the same ones to finish them off. It gave me great satisfaction to use up and throw away a highlighter. I know I sound crazy :)

That's all! Just a few things, but I was glad of it. I hope to be more mindful about using things up and giving things away. Decluttering is so satisfying!

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