tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post7512656386881391262..comments2024-03-26T05:18:07.373-05:00Comments on Rhonda's Creative Life: Life-Changing Magic RhondaBusshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12555069797738423675noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-80334904013649017702015-08-20T12:44:01.655-05:002015-08-20T12:44:01.655-05:00It makes me very happy to know that my journey can...It makes me very happy to know that my journey can be helpful :) Rhonda Busshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03240737918954576573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-80561781338826855302015-08-20T12:39:10.935-05:002015-08-20T12:39:10.935-05:00Thank you for this post. Before I even got to the ...Thank you for this post. Before I even got to the end I went to Amazon and got the ebook. Since it's after the 17th, that worked out perfect. I grew up like you, good clothes were saved. I have a picture of me in an Easter dress and wore that the following school year for pictures. It was my "good dress". I've worked on not saving nice things, but it's hard. Sometimes even hard to have nice things maybe like you, I don't feel like I should have them to wear them around just the house/apartment. I think getting rid of (more) clutter will help. Thank you for sharing your story. It is appreciated. Debbihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04327125294064250798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-72183985060301844722015-08-16T20:44:00.484-05:002015-08-16T20:44:00.484-05:00I'd love to win the book and I promise to pass...I'd love to win the book and I promise to pass it on if I win! Two of my friends mentioned this book to me recently (didn't offer to loan me their copies...) and have said how impactful it has been.<br />Thanks for the opportunity!PugMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03334609796932627536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-24836992854168478142015-08-16T17:42:45.321-05:002015-08-16T17:42:45.321-05:00I borrowed my friends copy earlier this year and c...I borrowed my friends copy earlier this year and cleaned out my closet because while it was overflowing, I still had "nothing to wear." I also had a habit of "saving my good clothes" because I grew up with very little. It took a while to let go of some things, but I had to realize that they were items I never wore and could not foresee wearing in the near future. I had to let go of the woman I thought I'd be one day and accept the one I am now. I also got rid of anything that didn't thrill me when I put it on so now it's so much easier to get dressed. It was so freeing once I was finished cleaning my closet and, despite my anxiety about not having "enough", I haven't missed one single piece. <br /><br />Getting rid of the not-so-great clothes also made me examine how I was practicing self-care in other areas so I made some changes in those areas too. After many years of struggling, I lost a good deal of weight and started seeing numbers on the scale that I hadn't seen in years. Now I'm within a few pounds of my goal. I look and feel much healthier and more vibrant. I was a bit skeptical at first, but the book is truly life-changing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-11047052815709719932015-08-15T16:54:05.598-05:002015-08-15T16:54:05.598-05:00I would love to have a turn at reading the book. I...I would love to have a turn at reading the book. I've been sorting out and passing things on in fits and starts, and could use some of Marie's wisdom.Ellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04174162283476551873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-588388653282846892015-08-15T16:08:41.584-05:002015-08-15T16:08:41.584-05:00I read the book a few weeks ago and it is really f...I read the book a few weeks ago and it is really fascinating. How nice it would be to be surrounded only by Things you really love and that make you happy. I have sorted out my closet and 4 bags went to charity, even garments that were self made. I still have a lot that I do not like very much, but I have to wear something and as I am on the RTW fast I can not replace everything at once. However, I am not sure that I can be so radical. As my parents grew up during WWII, at home nothing was thrown away only because no one liked it anymore. Only things/garments that were beyond repair were thrown away (I have 3 older siblings and always wore their old garments. Maybe that is one reason why I am still trying to find my own style and that I can also wear pretty clothes at home and not only the old stuff). So I really find it difficult to give things away that are functional and replace them with something I like better. And sometimes I think how odd that we are trying to find solutions how to get rid of our stuff while in other parts of the world eople are starving and own almost nothing at all...strange worldAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-5275503731634781502015-08-15T10:26:34.412-05:002015-08-15T10:26:34.412-05:00THis sounds like exactly what I need to kick start...THis sounds like exactly what I need to kick start me into clearing out old mementos, clothes, and "things" that take up too much space in my life. I also know who I can pass it along to if I win - my sister! Thank you for this opportunity! isaysewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02287730469982140001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-71608047666643283492015-08-15T10:03:35.454-05:002015-08-15T10:03:35.454-05:00Rhonda, I would love to enter to win your book. I...Rhonda, I would love to enter to win your book. It sounds like a good read. Have you read "Unclutter Your Life in One Week" by Erin Rooney Doland? It is another good read. I read it a few years ago and it opened my eyes to lots of things. To this day I wear old clothes around the house, it is left over from childhood. And that is something I need to stop. It's one thing to change if you are doing something messy or dirty. But that is not every day. I need to wear the good things for everyday activities, not just for going outside the home. Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16363927407017174685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-24927384815555144982015-08-15T08:13:06.907-05:002015-08-15T08:13:06.907-05:00I read the book cover to cover on the plane. It i...I read the book cover to cover on the plane. It is a lovely book. She is quirky and compassionate. Have I done anything with it? Some. Reminds me to keep going.Janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12508759996980147353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-73486848158875729632015-08-15T05:36:09.563-05:002015-08-15T05:36:09.563-05:00I agree with your wonderful statement. I have been...I agree with your wonderful statement. I have been editing my own home for some years and have tried to persuade my mother to do likewise with little success. It is liberating to release things that are no longer wanted or needed so that others may have them. <br />I applaud you passing on the book. As a UK resident I don't want to be included in the draw.The Material Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03497096076083752062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-72656381932547342902015-08-15T01:25:32.553-05:002015-08-15T01:25:32.553-05:00I've been intrigued by this book for a while n...I've been intrigued by this book for a while now...would love to win. Your copy!freshcityfarmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07629994521768032230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-91085420039555462502015-08-15T00:59:13.253-05:002015-08-15T00:59:13.253-05:00Oh boy, do I need this book! I have had two wonde...Oh boy, do I need this book! I have had two wonderful friends pass away in the last month and a half; and I am overwhelmed with grief watching their families go through all their possessions. I need to figure out how to take care of my life clutter so I don't ever burden my children with my "stuff". Thank you for your post and I would be grateful to receive and to pass on your book. Life is so short; we need to always have things in order. Sewing Sishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07353001853186270676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-22800076428876491522015-08-14T21:51:40.890-05:002015-08-14T21:51:40.890-05:00Hi Rhonda! I am fascinated that this book has beco...Hi Rhonda! I am fascinated that this book has become so popular....a statement on our culture's need for "more". I too am cleaning out closet by closet and would love to read this book and agree to send it forward :-)!Pattyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02088184404975474861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-68885217754625584872015-08-14T15:05:45.897-05:002015-08-14T15:05:45.897-05:00Congratulations on being a great inspiration! Now ...Congratulations on being a great inspiration! Now I have to,get to work on my closets!Feistyladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14302927657863859854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-37725855477608581472015-08-14T15:04:57.259-05:002015-08-14T15:04:57.259-05:00I don't want the book - I have it! And I'...I don't want the book - I have it! And I've started working on it. Hit just my bookshelves (only my books, per author) and the freed up space and mental energy already has been amazing. Already, I was able to get some necessary clutter put neatly (and invisibly) away on the empty shelves. Very happy! Hearthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17755578765945858847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-80715803349492371262015-08-14T15:04:05.060-05:002015-08-14T15:04:05.060-05:00I have gone through "spells" of cleaning...I have gone through "spells" of cleaning and going through things--promising not to keep things that I don't want/need. The first time was after cleaning out dear MIL's home after she passed away. Had been in the house 60+ years upon her death. I did well for a while--then life got in the way. Second time was when my own mother passed away after having lived in the same house 50 years. Of course, I brought some stuff home that I thought I HAD TO HAVE--COULDN'T LET GO. About 8 months ago, the bug to clear out stuff bit me again and I have slowly been cleaning cabinets/tubs/bins/drawers. I haven't begun the closets, but will soon, I hope. And then there is a separate storage building out back....................whew! I hope I have enough years to finish!Linda Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08345674465845908156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-92089926950316641722015-08-14T14:37:13.464-05:002015-08-14T14:37:13.464-05:00It's a magical book. Not only have I transform...It's a magical book. Not only have I transformed my house but I also helped a couple of friends with theirs. I taught my daughter and she has a room that stays tidy for over a month now. I took up meditation, yoga and start sewing again just because I have free time to indulge in the things I love. And I stopped shopping. Only special things will enter my house from now on. I so like your blog. I'm into hand sewing recently and fabric manipulation.Angiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00983379246655422263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-51334834446388091072015-08-14T14:14:37.619-05:002015-08-14T14:14:37.619-05:00Isn't it amazing how engrained things become i...Isn't it amazing how engrained things become in our lives. Wear your good things and enjoy every minute. Life is far to short to save anything 😊 and you are far too special!Rhonda Busshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03240737918954576573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-68399371445449624882015-08-14T13:33:48.578-05:002015-08-14T13:33:48.578-05:00I never, NEVER comment on blogs haha BUT I find my...I never, NEVER comment on blogs haha BUT I find myself here again :) I saw this book and added it to my Amazon Wishlist just two days ago. After reading your delightful review, I'm even more excited to read it! I plan to purchase the Kindle edition but thank you so much for passing on that book to others. That's a fantastic idea! <3 duongcherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14186457726159573783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-62191627063702861872015-08-14T13:22:12.472-05:002015-08-14T13:22:12.472-05:00after reading your post.. I thought this is the bo...after reading your post.. I thought this is the book I need .. I've got much to unload & let go of.. and just need the 'kick start'.. it's soooo depressing to come home to it all..and I KNOW I need to.. just haven't done the 'start'.. and thinking even a small grocery bag is a beginning.. Would LOVE to win the book! thank you for the opportunity.. and definitely will pass it on...Barbara Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17168909703602843008noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-69308391813604910782015-08-14T13:13:14.569-05:002015-08-14T13:13:14.569-05:00Oh,I so relate to your comments!!! I am attached ...Oh,I so relate to your comments!!! I am attached to too many things ---for all the wrong reasons!! I would enjoy reading the book - getting a case of the "clean out" success --- and then pass the book on.<br />Thanks so much for sharing!!! Look forward to hearing about the drawing!!! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08309015471845514899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-52562051073893991472015-08-14T12:31:55.815-05:002015-08-14T12:31:55.815-05:00I'd love your book. We close on a new house on...I'd love your book. We close on a new house on the 17th. I've been cleaning out since March. Having this book (I'm buying it enemy I don't get yours) would be great for establishing my new place and being surrounded by things that bring me joy.AChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06921915432623504006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-2803764398440810422015-08-14T11:55:13.916-05:002015-08-14T11:55:13.916-05:00Hi GG,
I had kinda sorta started the process befor...Hi GG,<br />I had kinda sorta started the process before I bought the book, i.e. Getting rid of 3 bags of shoes :/ I think that's why the book jumped out and appealed to me. I read about half before I started really going through things. So I say read a little and then just get started. I think you'll pick up momentum as you go. <br />Good Luck!Rhonda Busshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03240737918954576573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-63891392663566431272015-08-14T11:50:33.791-05:002015-08-14T11:50:33.791-05:00We had a Oregonian columnist, Margie Boule, who di...We had a Oregonian columnist, Margie Boule, who did this and wrote about it in a similar vein to what you read about 15 years ago. It has stayed with me but I also think it has to be the right moment in life to consciencely follow through.<br />Don't need the book - thanks for a great post.kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13468763091074811797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8691319772208152166.post-32053789058115294182015-08-14T11:36:35.348-05:002015-08-14T11:36:35.348-05:00I would love to read this book. My mom passed awa...I would love to read this book. My mom passed away four years ago and all the stuff I have from her (she was a bit of a hoarder) I keep needing to go thru. I said when we brought it home I was on the five year plan, I need to get moving! You really are the loveliest person! Thank you for sharing with all of us!<br />Sewalattehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07398773139588961317noreply@blogger.com