Things pile up.
I use to think storying (putting things up) was a virtue, and it can be, but there is a tipping point. One much be able to have access to the things one needs, when they need them, otherwise not cost is saved and dissatisfaction prevails.
Though going through the mess, has a joy of its own. When you find something you had lost, or discover something you forgot you had acquired, there is joy and rejoicing. Well maybe that was a bit of over the top, but I am glad to have put the effort into discover and organization for it has lasting effects (measured in weeks, at-least).
An example of the the items saved or rediscovered is the tool I am using to write and post this entry. My 2001 PowerBook G4, which was quite a tool in its time. It more than paid for itself during my web design days and still today, to boots and gets online like a champ. It feels nice (the soft keyboard), the elegant lines around the frame and soft LCD. Steve made good stuff in the day. I am tempted to install Linux on it, but why mess up a good thing.
Speaking of good things… My children who were such a pain all day. Turned into decent helpers in the task of throwing away and handing item so their mother. I am glad they are around to help.
The garage is not done, but I feel good about the day, a cherished day off with the family.