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LakeArenal

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2. Yes. A very good friend over 40 years went from meticulous to hoarder.

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Thu Jul 22, 2021, 05:07 PM

Jul 2021

Eventually I wouldn’t go in her house and she didn’t care if I did or not.

I think such people have suffered loss and anguish. It got much worse before it got better.

But eventually a noble prince saved her and whisked her away to a new life where she says she’s happy. She left everything behind. Good stuff and garbage. I think it took ten huge dumpsters to get everything out. House had to be gutted inside.
Oh did I mention she had cats...♨️

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Have you ever encountered a serious hoarder? [View all] Vinca Jul 2021 OP

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Currently dealing with a 50 year old daughter living her whole life at home. vanlassie Jul 2021 #9