There is hardly a place where, in the course of a year, some things are not purchased and never used, and where spring cleaning does not unearth them. Spring is the time when the good housewife puts all doubtful things into the trash barrel. – E.F. White, “Spring Soda Fountain Thoughts,” 1908 [a little altered —t&#94

Owning less is far more beneficial than organizing more. – Joshua Becker, becomingminimalist.com

Later is the best friend of clutter… – MaryAnne Bennie, From Stuffed to Sorted: Your Essential Guide to Organising, Roo

Having too many things is a burden to the soul, an insult to the earth, and an obstacle course to our spiritual well-being. – Terri Guillemets, “At home,” 2005