Keeping the things you love

I read an article ages and ages ago about people and their 'clutterings'.  I have always hated clutter and disorder - probably a bit OCD.  The article went on to say that most people get bogged down with possessions and hang onto items, but don't really know why.  Last year when we re-decorated throughout it was my chance to de-clutter.  All the rooms upstairs have now got wooden floors and painted walls - hurray, wallpaper has now completely gone from everywhere - phew.  I wanted each room to be more simplistic and we have fairly managed it okay except some "man-areas".  All men have to have their man drawers, cupboards and areas and hubby is no exception.  See above - we have a few areas like this and I am hoping, against all odds, that when he retires next year we get to clear out these supposedly useful man spaces!!
The article said you keep things that:     You use, you love and that that gives you pleasure.

Two oil paintings done in Montreal in 1977

Poster from Calgary Stampede
July 2007

Oil lamp from Belgium
and
Stag from Scotland

Daughter bought us the Moose bottle opener.
I saw the little bear in Jasper and it
seems like the Moose is embarrassing the
little bear!!

Beautifully carved Turtle from the Maldives
November 2010

New comfy sofa and new cushions -
the latest pleasure

Shells and gems collected from
various exotic beach holidays

Here are some of my pleasurable items -