Mike Smith:
I’m sure our listeners have been fascinated by your discussion of architecture this week, Daniel. What about families who would love to improve the aesthetics of their home, but are on a tight budget? Do you have a suggestion for them?

Daniel Lee:
Well, Mike, I’ve really enjoyed our conversation this week. Now yesterday, I talked about the power of paint as a way to improve the aesthetics of your home, and that’s a modest project. But let’s just say you have no money to spend at all right now. I know what that’s like. What I recommend is that you declutter your home. And in fact, this idea applies whether you have no money or more than you’ll ever need. I mean, get rid of those things you don’t need. Yes, I’m talking about junk! We all accumulate it.

Remove at least half the objects from every room in your house. You will live without them just fine. Have a yard sale. Donate it to a charity for a tax deduction. What you want to keep are the things that you value the most. Treat them like precious art objects. Place them carefully in your home. They are for you. When there are fewer objects in a room, they each claim more of your attention. This will be a great blessing! Mike, thanks again—it’s been great to be with you.

Mike:
Well, thanks so much for joining me this week, Daniel! It’s been fascinating learning a little bit about architecture. And until next time, I’m Mike Smith.