My Moving Journal A Fresh Start

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I'm so excited about moving! It genuinely feels like being "reborn." Everything is starting from scratch, a blank canvas (like I said earlier). As I'm packing, I've realized just how much stuff we have – it feels a bit like hoarding. And don't even get me started on the clothes!
In the midst of this chaos, a thought crept into my mind: "What if I die tomorrow?" Who would clear out all this excess "treasure"? It's a worrying thought, honestly. My kesayangan once mentioned that if clothes, dishes, pots, decorations, or any other items aren't used within 40 days, they'll be accounted for after we pass away (which, of course, we all will!). It might seem like a minor thing, but it does make you think. We're not exactly on the prayer mat 24/7, #iykwim.

So, moving definitely has its benefits; it's a kind of "hijrah" for sure. There's no need to hesitate – just discard or donate items to the nearest donation box. For now, I've sorted my clothes into three categories: "Wear," "Don't Wear" (for discarding or donating), and "Maybe," which will be stored in vacuum-sealed bags.

Other items are still a work in progress. I'm thinking of putting everything into black plastic bags for now, then dumping them in the kids' empty room at the new house and sorting everything out there.

As of now, all the furniture is assembled (a big thanks to my kesayangan), including the bookshelves and wardrobes. Looking at them, all my books fit perfectly, with even some extra space! (Boleh beli lagi ni). This includes books I bought more than 5, or even 10 years ago 😝 and are still in their plastic wraps. I've placed them all in the living room. Since our downstairs has an open layout – living, dining, and kitchen – this area will truly be the heart of our home. It's where everyone will gather to eat, study/work, or watch TV.

Speaking of watching TV, I initially thought about buying a new smart TV, as I felt it was a great bargain. But after crunching the numbers, nope! I'll stick to my old TV and subscribe to Njoi instead. I don't want to subscribe to home internet right now; I don't want to add any more commitments. We still have our old PS4, though.

Yesterday, while snapping some progress pictures to send to my Ayah, looking at my current house, I almost cried. It feels so delightful, clean, spacious, and safe. That's what a home is all about, right?

For the living room, I've decided we don't want a big sofa. I already have a clear picture in my mind: just a rug and some bean bags – a place where our family can lounge, spend time watching TV, and roll around freely from one end to the other without obstruction. It's big enough. Plus, I really want our home to feel minimalist and connected to nature, with lots and lots of plants incoming! 🏡

On second thought, we might want to buy a Hammarn sofa bed from IKEA. It would be easier for us when guests come over. No other additions for now. I pray all our arrangements are eased. I'm really looking forward to this new environment

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