This sandbox has been a staple in my backyard for countless years…and it has finally been outgrown.  In some ways I’m glad to see it go since it got pretty icky inside when the lid was left of from time-to-time, one more thing on the to-do list.  But on the other hand, I’m a little sad to see it go, knowing that my kids are past this stage of playing.  Laptops and cell phones have trumped the sandbox.  So, last night I diligently scrubbed it out in my driveway and listed it for free on Craigslist, maybe someone else can still get some use out of it.  Someone who isn’t old enough for a cell phone yet.

Don’t be afraid to declutter the outgrown toys, books, clothes & interests that your children once had.  I often find that parents have a harder time getting rid of these things than the kids do!  I think we see the sentimental side of when our children were younger and possibly even much sweeter.

Feel free to create a keepsake box and save some special items or take photos and create a scrapbook.  But don’t hold onto too much because we need to move on, just like our kids already have. Bye, bye sandbox, you were awesome!

Your Home Organization Expert-Monika

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