My home is becoming minimalist by necessity.
Reasons?
I’m staying at home—familiarity breeds contempt. You can only dust something so many times before you have to decide if it is worth keeping.
My physical abilities have diminished—as I’ve gotten older, I find it takes me longer to clean rooms, which I used to breeze through when cleaning.
We need more open space—for visiting disabled family and friends, using canes, walkers, or wheelchairs. That side table needs to be clear for the beverage and dessert I will offer them when they are visiting.
Our lives frequently change. Our homes should reflect our needs. Our houses don’t need to be “perfect.” However, don’t let the goal of “perfect” interfere with pursuing “good enough”—it is easier to obtain and makes you an easier-to-live-with housemate!
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