142 days ago

How to Downsize Gifts and Heirlooms

Edmund Hillary Retirement Village

Welcome to the second of this series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with organising and decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

This time we are tackling one of the more challenging aspects of downsizing – what to do with gifts and heirlooms. Whether you need to free up space in your own home or are helping someone else to downsize, this is a task that can feel daunting and emotionally charged.

Although it might be tempting to box everything up and hide it away to deal with another day, that just passes the problem down the road to your future self or to your family.

Fortunately, there are ways to downsize gifts and heirlooms that honour and remember the past whilst enabling you to rightsize your life for the present day.

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Our transport plan for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is designed to make our city the best it can be.

There are a lot of projects to work on, but we can’t do them all at once. That’s why we need you to help us decide which projects are prioritised first.

Have your say with our 5 min survey here by 17 June 2024.

The plan is looking to make improvement to:
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Environmental outcomes.

Looking forward to your feedback.
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Stay dry under your Sanctuary Pergola.

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As winter approaches, it's the perfect time to invest in a pergola for your outdoor space.

An pergola not only provides shelter from rain and wind but also creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere for gatherings. With the right setup, you can enjoy your patio or garden year-round, transforming it into a charming retreat even in colder months.

Protect your furniture, keep your outdoor area dry, and add a touch of elegance to your home with a stylish and functional pergola. Don't let the weather keep you inside—extend your living space with a pergola this winter!
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