The Sling: Day One
Monday, January 24, 2011 at 9:34 PM 
Today is Day One of my five day sling. And, already, forty-five items have been slung. Which means I’m off to a flying start!
Among other things, I’ve slung a few books today. Which is a landmark in itself. Books are - in my book (ha!) - sacrosanct. I don’t remember ever slinging a single book. Ever.
But I’m no longer going to carry through life every tome that’s ever come my way. So today, I’ve ditched a few. Not, I hasten to add, the classic children’s books pictured above. Just stuff on the dusty top shelf which I knew I’d never read again.
Rather fortuitously, my Mum has just started a book swap at her church. So my slung books have a destination. (And, no - I won’t be taking any back in return. I’m slinging this week, not bringing!)
It’s not too late to sponsor me. I’d love to make my target of £150, so if you feel like helping me and Jessie‘s Fund, click here. We’d be so grateful. And if you want to cheer me on in the comments below, go for it! It’ll work magic, I promise!
Oh, nearly forgot. The first thank you present goes to Catherine Stevens. Who happens to be the first person who sponsored me. Thank you, Cath!
Reader Comments (4)
Well 'slung'. You are so brave slinging books but very admirable.
Dearest swete Helen, so happy to know that your five day sling project is off to a good start! I still have a few books i collected when i was a little kid. I sometimes take them out and admire/read them. :) I really admire you for slinging your books!! All the best with the sponsorship!! Have a lovely merry happy week and love to you!
Good sling, Helen! I know the feeling... being a life-long bookworm myself, it's hard to part with books sometimes. We unloaded many when we moved a few years back. But I'm looking forward to a big spring clean soon, and I think some books really must go... we're running out of room! Good luck with your sling! ;o) Happy Days ((HUGS))
dear Nellie,
You need me! I am a ruthless Slinger, a minimalist, and have not respect for mementos :o !! Then again, may be you want to keep me far away to protect your cherished possession! :)