I needed new slippers. For a long time. I finally got a pair. AND I need to discard the old ones.
The old pair had gotten ratty and ripped in spots, but well broken-in and comfortable, even though the soles cracked off over a year ago.
The new ones are so clean – they need to be broken in, I guess.
I’m looking longingly at the old ones. Surely they’ve some wear in them left……?
Just throw them out already, right?
Did you ever struggle with discarding something you’ve had a long time?
Oh yes, I struggle. I’ve got a whole house full of struggle.
Hard to tackle it. Just thought this one example so obvious in need of the trash. And yet……
Oh my goodness, yes. Old slippers and old pyjamas are the hardest to discard.
So glad you can empathize! 😀
We become attached to the things we wear and hate to throw them out.
Ah comfort!
I had new ones for Christmas too, I gave to old ones to Flora and George because they’d already made a start on them!
I bet they were happy to gnaw on them. Thanks Gilly
Throw them out! But first, be sure to thank them for providing you such comfort over the years, and then wish them well on their journey (Marie Kondo style).
Good advice dear friend!
I was so thankful when the husband finally tossed a ratty sweatshirt he refused to give up.
Yes, occasionally I hang onto something comfy and well past its expiration date.
I am not usually sentimental about things but those worn slippers would be hard for me to part with.
Anything that provides warmth and comfort is hard to part with. It’s like losing a dear friend. RIP cosy slippers x
Once I secure a replacement for something I own, the original item is gone. I thank it for its service, then acknowledge that nothing lasts forever, and wish it well. 🙂