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Do you hoard things that you may "eventually" use again?

Mar 27, 2012 5:28 PM

I have 4 different things in my house that I could probably throw away, but I keep around because I may eventually need them again.

1. Tupperware: I really should just throw out everything that I have and start over - it would really make finding lids easier.

2. Clothes: I have closets full of stuff that I can't fit into. Most of the new clothes that I bought shrunk after a few washes, (at least that's what I tell myself). I hope to eventually be able to wear them.

3. Computer stuff: Tons of old computer hardware that I can guarantee I will never use again. Cords to old devices that I no longer own, or don't know what they are for. Video cards from 10 years ago, etc.

4. The BOC Unwanted: I have a lot of the beach bag like totes, tons of kids stuff, and other miscellaneous items taking up a corner of my basement that I got in BOC's. Eventually I will donate it, but it is fun to admire.

What do you have that you should probably throw out, but can't let go of?

lichme lichme

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Not so much "eventually use", but some things are simply irreplaceable nowadays. Some of the animation stuff I have is still as worthless now as it was 15+ years ago, but on the other hand, they aren't made anymore, so I can't bear to part with them.

narfcake narfcake
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Yep, everything from old computer parts to scrap material. Anything could be useful on some future project. I just used a set of old caster wheels that I had in a box for 5+ years, their source long since forgotten.

apocello42 apocello42
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I have some serious '80s clothes in my closet. I am no hoarding because I know they will come back in style.

I just need to lose 50 pounds and buy Rogaine.

atd15 atd15
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flying monkeys

mkentosh mkentosh
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Very much so. Especially art supplies. They are so expensive that letting them go is just too painful, especially if I (as I tend to do) circle back around to an interest in that medium.

moondrake moondrake
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I've been slowly going through my closets and shelves trying to get rid of stuff I probably won't ever use. Mainly old PC parts, like serial cables (remember those?). It's really easy to get rid of old electronics and junk that's basically obsolete, but much harder to get rid of old tools and supplies I might someday use around the house (spare electrical outlets, switches, etc).

samstag samstag
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I try not to since my Dad is a prolific pack-rat and I swore I never would be.

hossdawg97 hossdawg97
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computer stuff, mystery box items and clothes. I literally have a box of AC power adapters/cables that I have no clue what they go to.

But if I ever need something I can usually find something that works in that bin..

devexityspace devexityspace
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I wouldn't say I "hoard" things but someone once told me if you find something that you really like, go back and buy 1 or 2 more and stash them until the original wears out. Because I'm very picky about wallets, shoes, and pants, this philosophy has served me well over the years.

mikecris mikecris
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Definitely clothes I've grown out of. If I got rid of all my outdated/small shirts I'd probably have like 10 left.

journeyloaded journeyloaded
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Yes. Three naughty little children. I keep thinking that eventually they will be of some use that will even out the cost of gymnastics, soccer, school, monster high dolls, pokemons (they've taken over!), pants that have knee holes after being worn once... For some reason, though, I just can't seem to let them go.

mrsbeny mrsbeny
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I just pretty-well finished purging all of the extraneous stuff. I was brutal and heartless. My husband kept EVERYTHING because "that might come in handy sometime" and I saved a lot of stuff for my daughter who tells me she does not want or need it. I still have more to do, but i am feeling very good about it. When I realized the massive job it was/is and the energy expended, I actually began to dislike the stuff! Once you start, it just gets easier and easier.

klozitshoper klozitshoper
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I hoard Woot monkeys

rileyper rileyper
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@mrsbeny: beat the oldest one with a wooden spoon on the butt regularly, and make sure the younger ones witness it. It works wonders on the younger two.

kamikazeken kamikazeken
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@moondrake: Agreed. I have about a 5 year old set of watercolor pencils I haven't used in about 5 years but can't part with. Same thing with paint. I don't know when I am going to use this stuff again but I won't get rid of it or take it off my desk.

phizzo phizzo
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I "collect" scrapbooking supplies for when I make cards. Since I got over hoarding the candy wrappers my mother loves to remind me that I did when I was four, I've been pretty good about deciding what's trash. Anything (besides jeans) with a hole - trash. All tupperware gets stored with the lids ON, otherwise its trash. The waste of space is better than wasting time in the morning finding a lid for my lunch.

Boyfriend, on the other hand, collects everything. I make his stuff live in his office so I can shut the door and not look at it.

cmaxelson cmaxelson
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I do tend to hold on to things that could be useful in the future. One of the consequences of growing up in a family without much "discretionary" income, I suspect.

rkarljr rkarljr

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