Not Exactly

Daily writing prompt
Do you believe in minimalism?

I would normally say yes, but I don’t live a minimalistic life.

My life involves having things. One is banking. I deal with 7 different companies with with either credit cards or savings/checking accounts.

I have a car that I could save money by not having because of upkeep and insurance costs, but I would lose transportation. I sometimes buy redundant things. Such as tools or digital things.

I have recently found some peace with my financial situation.

Do I still buy things I might not need but want? Yes. And I’ve found a lot of value in my redundancies.

For additional background: I come from a family of hoarders, so while I do throw out objects, sometimes I struggle. I love cleared space? Will I toss one of the three pipe wrenches I have?

No.

I have a snake I can barely use now. I also have a drill which I do use if need be.

I bought a bread machine years ago that I thought was a waste, but now I can make full size loaves of bread. I have a lot of kitchen appliances, that I have suddenly recently found myself using.

(Take out is expensive.) So a lot more baking and cooking.

Thought three double boilers were indulgent, but I have used two at a time. Got no microwave.

Different laptops, tablets and phones. Older devices are backups for newer devices.

Hm… I have debated minimalism, but it’s not something I can do.

~J. Lyst



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