Thu, Jul-19-12, 15:42
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Senior Member
Posts: 3,819
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Plan: Atkins
Stats: 217/145/143
BF:
Progress: 97%
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Yes - it's very difficult with family possessions. When my gran died, my dad couldn't clear her house, so I did it - I was fit then. I told the family that I'd keep the china, ornaments, etc. for 6 months, so if they wanted anything, they should let me know. Eventually, I donated most of it to Oxfam, as I didn't have space to store it long-term.. but my little sister has never forgiven me for donating it. Seemingly she wanted some, but hadn't let me know. :0( I'd have hung onto it if it was the type of collection you're describing, lol. I particularly adore chintz. I guess you could try getting a valuation, then putting them up for a specialist auction with a reserve price - if you have enough of it, it might be worth getting an advert into a specialist collectors magazine - either to sell by that method, or to let them know about the auction. I don't know how well stuff like that sells on Ebay, but that might be another possibility.
I got a bagful for charity from the utility room, and am almost finished the bathroom, while wearing another honey mask - it's really helped the eczema already.
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