What I realized from cleaning out my fridge

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

The power's back on.

And after evacuating from Hurricane Milton, we're finally home.

But coming back to a fridge and freezer that required a complete cleanout?

That's a different kind of fun.

Especially after six days.

I'll spare you the gory details.

However, there was a bright side to this.

As I tossed everything, I realized I was at a crossroads.

Do I need seventeen condiments?

Or should I be more intentional about what I bring back?

You can probably guess my approach.

Instead of restocking everything at once, I'm taking it slow.

But the thing is, being selective takes more work.

It's not convenient.

I have to think more deliberately about my recipes, choosing meals with fewer, more purposeful ingredients.

Because just like my closet, my fridge only has so much space.

The last thing I want is to fill it with things that don't add nutritional value, just as I despise wasting money on clothes I won't wear.

There's no sugarcoating it.

It's hard to do.

But although challenging, this way of thinking and decision-making puts me in control.

It allows me to shop more mindfully, benefiting my financial, relational, and emotional well-being.

Since those priorities come first for me, choosing the hard path is worth it.

Have a beautiful weekend,

Michelle

The Weekly Hue

By Michelle Sachs

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