Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Baby Steps

I've always struggled with organization. For instance, we have a backpack that we use as a diaper bag. The other day, I was looking for something, and I said, "Why is this backpack such a mess?!" I had a sudden flashback to my dad saying the same thing to me (about my backpack), probably weekly, back in junior high and high school. Some things never change, I guess.

However - I am trying! Audrey had a blank snowman picture she was supposed to "decorate" and bring back to school on Monday. When I opened up our cupboard to pull out a few craft supplies, this is what happened:


Well, after that avalanche, I didn't have much of a choice, so I attacked the cupboard. This is what it looks like now:
Hey, it's organized now, even if the project was pretty much forced upon me. I also got rid of a lot of stuff, which I'm pretty proud of, because I tend to be kind of a packrat. I think the pantry is going to be my next project - I'd really hate to experience an avalanche in there!

6 comments:

Laura said...

OK, you are totally inspiring me. I have so many closets, etc to clean out, it overwhelms me. It is great to see someone else conquering, maybe I can too!

Michelle said...

Glad the before and after pictures turned out so well. Ok, mostly the after picture turned out really well. Good luck on the pantry!

V and Co. said...

GO JENNY! It looks awsome! Make sure you do before and after of the pantry!

Rachel said...

Well, you are one cupboard closer than I am to getting organized. Both kids have been sick this week, so I haven't gotten much of anything done. I am inspired by you though...

Jen Stewart said...

I'm so proud of you! I am a chronic organizer so I'm glad when someone else jumps on the band wagon! Looks awesome!

the Token Asian said...

Impressive. Is it the time of year? A new years thing?