In our quest to declutter and downsize, we are finally starting to go through all of my parents things. Its been almost 8 years since my dad passed, and 6 since my mom. My mom had a full set of depression glass, my dad a small collection of silver coins. What to do...
My mom's depression glass is carefully packed away- in several boxes. Very beautiful, very fragile, but not something me or my girls have space for, nor do my girls want it. My dads coin collection, probably less than $500 is in a box, not taking up much space....but again- not something anyone really wants.
What do I do with keepsakes like this? Each year, my dad kept a journal..those are a no-brainer...I will keep, no question. But when it comes to things they collected, what to do?
They are heartbreaking to part with, but then just taking up space to keep. Suggestions? Do I keep for grandkids...do I sell....
'Stuff' what to do with it?
September 6th, 2016 at 02:20 am
September 6th, 2016 at 12:29 pm 1473161348
By dealing with the stuff now you are saving your own children from needing to make the decisions when you pass. Letting go of your excess is a blessing to those we leave behind.
I agree those journals are probably the best items to keep, as they tell more of the story and feelings of your dad's life.
September 6th, 2016 at 03:35 pm 1473172530
September 6th, 2016 at 09:50 pm 1473195010
I knew when my mom died that if I didn't get rid of stuff immediately, I would be a hoarder. I called a guy, told him he had to take everything in the house. I pulled three items out before he came and brought them home. He took everything. I know he got the better end of the deal, but for my own mental health and keeping order in my own house, it was probably for the best.
September 7th, 2016 at 01:26 am 1473207966
I have already gotten rid of most of my mother's belongings (aside from her art) but I do still have certain things I thought had value and might sell, like a bunch of camera equipment. I have 4 long very nice winter coats that don't fit me so this week am hoping to take them to a clothing consignment shop in town.
All of this is very time-consuming, becus it seems for each item you think you may want to sell you have to investigate the best means of selling. And you might become irritated at buyers who try to talk you down in price when there's so much emotional meaning attached to it.
We have an auction house nearby; could that be a way to dispose of the glass?
September 7th, 2016 at 01:37 am 1473208668
September 7th, 2016 at 02:38 am 1473212309
You may also consider writing in a journal about the items as a way to preserve the memories. The memories are what are important not the things.
September 7th, 2016 at 03:06 am 1473213991