05/17/2023
According to Meriam Webster, the phrase pack rat dates back to 1885 and references a wood rat known for hoarding food and random objects. Today, the phrase is loosely used to describe people who do the same.
Many people even describe themselves as pack rats because they keep things they may need in the future, such as tools, boxes, and clothing. Have you ever cleaned out a closest and critically examined every item, tossing and donating things so that you had a clean space? Then days or weeks later discovered you needed one specific item you donated or tossed. It never fails to happen.
The observance is an opportunity for the pack rat in all of you to examine your collecting tendencies. Do you really need t-shirts from 1969? When was the last time you wore those shoes that were in style in the 80's that is now two sizes too small. Of course, the moment you sort through those toys and donate them, your only child will announce you’re going to be grandparents.
In honor of NATIONAL PACK RAT DAY, take a look around and maybe start cleaning out unwanted and unneeded items. If you need to, call me and I will come and help you get started.
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