45. Attachments
Why do men like to hold onto old shirts that are stained and full of holes? They like the extra softness of the fabric? WHAT? Is there really a favorite moment or memory attached? Are his best moments really just in the past? That’s a pretty sad commentary on his life don’t you think.
Why does a woman like to hold onto old clothes that no longer fit? Does she seriously believe she’ll fit into them again and that they haven’t gone out of style? Beyond wishful thinking, I really don’t believe that anyone wants to face the simple facts. The fact is that sooner or later, someone will have to dispose of all the clutter. Many rationalize their inaction by saying that they are leaving everything for their heirs. Another fact is that most heirs don’t want to be bothered, save a few precious mementos. Most heirs consider it a very bothersome responsibility, and they shouldn’t be criticized for it.
Come on people, do yourselves and your dear ones a huge favor, Do Your Own Cleaning and do it Now! All that is precious and worth keeping remains in one’s heart and memory. Nostalgia is most effective when manifested through sounds or smells. Time seems to temper sight and touch to lesser degrees.
So, what I’m basically saying is that "Attachment" to anything is simply in our thought processes. Our thoughts create habits, and eventually our habits lose all thought. Physically, one becomes adjusted to doing or NOT doing things in a habitual manner. It’s a vicious cycle that is without end until one is forced or challenged to change.
Years ago, when my personal physician informed me that death was imminent if I didn’t have immediate surgery to remove a cancerous tumor, I decided to pack up only what I needed and go on a around the world cruise, electing to not have surgery. That is another story in itself. Just know that at the same time, I suddenly realized how much junk I had accumulated over the years, that no longer served anyone any purpose. I seized upon the possibility that if I didn’t take care of cleaning out my house, someone else would and I couldn’t think of burdening my sons or other family members to do so, no matter what trip I would be taking.
Looking back, I feel that the entire ordeal of cleaning out my home
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