Holiday Downsize

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August 15, 2019

It is hard to think about “keepsake holiday decorations” in the middle of a hot summer!

If you are planning to downsize or move (or are even just contemplating a move) in 2019, now is the perfect time to part with some of your decorations!

When Simplified Lives staff helps our client’s sort and organize for a move, we help identify the most memorable and precious holiday decorations. We help our clients think about decorating in a smaller space – we pack and move precious irreplaceable holiday decorations and mementos.

As you put up decorations this year, think about giving some of those decorations to family members and friends! What a perfect way to remember holidays with you!

And, as you pack up decorations after the holidays, we suggest you separate items into three categories:

1) “Have to move, irreplaceable”

2) May give away to family and friends, or donate

3) “To be reviewed” – and try to keep this stash as small as possible!

Good luck and Happy Holidays!

By Valerie Achorn

Valerie Achorn, M.P.A., President of Simplified Lives has many years of experience managing moves for clients around the country. Holding a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (M.P.A.) from Harvard University, Valerie brings a broad management background and savvy networking skills to Simplified Lives.

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