When people hear we’re moving into an RV, the very first question that pops out of their mouth is: what about all your stuff?
It’s a fair question. Over the years, we’ve collected furniture, keepsakes, equipment for the businesses, not to mention the everyday things you just somehow accumulate. Downsizing from 2,000 square feet to an RV isn’t exactly a matter of shoving everything into smaller closets—it’s a complete reimagining of what we own, why we own it, and what role those things play in our lives.
Here’s the truth: we’ve been decluttering for years. Each move has reminded me that what I hold onto should either serve my life today or bring me joy. And honestly? A lot of what I was storing wasn’t doing either.
Do I love my cherry sleighed we’ve had for 20 years? Yes. Does it make sense to drag it into an RV? No. So, I bless it, I photograph it, and I let it go. That’s been my process—acknowledging the meaning, preserving the memory, and then making room for new experiences.
What I’ve learned is that the more I own, the less I create. Managing stuff takes energy—energy I’d rather spend writing, designing, building, and living. This RV move isn’t about sacrifice; it’s about stewardship. Less space, less stress, and more energy for the things that truly matter.
So, when people ask, “what about all your stuff?” my answer is simple: the stuff that fits will come with us. The rest? It’s just stuff. And I’m not going to let it weigh down the next chapter of our life.
Bri Clark 