It's Not the Move That's Scary, the Paring Down is Daunting

Home Sweet Home is finding a new mantel. An evening stroll for an iced coffee and Thirsty Thursdays at the neighborhood pub is the choice of young adults and empty-nesters drawn to the city. To walk to the corner ice cream shop, a scooter to work, and brunch with friends at the outdoor market. It’s not the move itself that scares us; it’s the paring down and pitching out that’s daunting. We read a steady stream of updates coming across social that tell us friends are moving. Young professionals head to big cities while parents downsize to their dream destinations. We wonder, how do I bring my favorite treasures of the past into the smaller space of my future?

While your exciting new home offers a welcome shift to flexibility and freedom, less maintenance, and lawn mowing, it also requires more curation and creativity. As you settle into your new space, gather your photographs and travel guides marked with the best trails or tropical island tiki bars. Collect your favorite quotes and stories - mix in blooming succulents and colorful treasures. The shift to urban living is a life of convenience and new conversations. As you move into your next chapter, highlight a collection of unique things that inspires conversation and brings you comfort.