All are welcome here!

 I've never had a blog before, I've never really followed a blog ... So when a lovely lady suggested "why not start your own blog" my stomach was filled with butterfly's and fear all at the same time!
I turned to the one person in our home who is 'genned' up with all things modern (my 10 year old daughter) and here was the advice she gave " just write as if you are talking to someone you know mummy" So here I am - a friend yet to be discovered, a shoulder yet to be leaned on and troubles yet to be shared.

So what is this wonderful Blog going to be about?

 

In essence it's all about stuff!

Not beauty tips
Not the latest gossip from the stars
Not even how to create a wonderful meal from the leftovers in your fridge


Nope, its the stuff that is in my home (and maybe yours) stuff that is blocking my life.
Stuff that I have padded and wound around myself for safety and protection.
Stuff that on many occasions has tried to drown me, trip me or fall upon my head!
Stuff that completely evades me and often drives me to the point of utter distraction!

So I will say it out loud ... It is not really my stuff ... It is actually my Hoard!

Now it is often said that admitting the problem is half the battle: but if you are a fellow hoarder you will know that simply isn't true.
Hoarding is a complex, confusing, self protective (often self destructive) situation that we find ourselves in.
It is often frowned upon and misunderstood. Glorified and vilified by media, it's often thought of as strange and fascinating to outside 'viewers' but if you are a hoarder it can ultimately be a very lonely and isolating 'illness'.

As a single mum with a child at home, I currently want to write my blog anonymously.
Not because I am ashamed of being a hoarder,  just that I want to express my thoughts, hopes and wishes without being judged to harshly and hopefully in return I can offer you the same.

So here is my first post - I don't profess to have any expert knowledge.
 I don't organise homes, give professional advice on hoarding or advocate any particular groups or authorities. I'm just a normal person with a small voice hoping to be heard, a hoarder who wants a little room to breath.

As my blogging journey grows, I will show you my hoard, and any solutions that work for me.
If you are in a similar situation it would be great to hear from you, there is strength and power in numbers and maybe together we can find a little peace of mind and a little room to breath - many thanks for an Untidy Mind.