Clean up, clean out

I guess it started with the spice rack...and I'm still on a kick to clean up and clean out.  I'm getting down to things I hadn't touched in years. I do have a habit of gathering and saving things because I know I'll need them later. I assure you, it's not a mess in my house. I'm not walking through trails of paper and stuff stacked to eye level.  I tend to organize things in a shoe box or basket and I actually know what's in there. I have decided it's time to part with the unnecessary things that hold no value be it monetary or sentimental. Those printed out directions really just aren't necessary anymore; GPS will indeed get me there. The recycling crew may not be too happy with me this week.   I've started various boxes to donate to those in need of what I can give: Books I've read (I still like to hold a book in my hands, e-reading is too much like work!) Kitchen utensils and dishes,  Clothes, Christmas ornaments (I could have 2 trees and still not use what I have some how acquired) and even a few pet items.  Even when I finish this "project" I think there will be more to do.