Last year, I started the process of going through the house one "drawer" at a time. The purpose of this exercise is to pare down things that I don't use or need and make room for other things that I will use and do need. While it's not something I do every day, I do try to get several sessions a week in. Of course, with work and school that doesn't happen and if I remember to do it once a week I'm doing pretty good. But, I must say that I have enjoyed doing this and have actually consolidated things, gotten rid of things, thrown things out, etc. It's been very beneficial. And there is nothing like opening a drawer and seeing it organized, knowing exactly what is in there. That's making things much easier to find.
When I say drawer, it isn't always drawers which is why I put it in quotations in the first sentence. Cabinets and surfaces are also included. I am almost through with the kitchen. The surfaces still need some work because I'm still dealing with Christmas decor being out, but that's a whole different blog. This is a fun way for me to do things because I can put on some music and just relax, settle in and get it done. And by doing one drawer at a time, I am not overwhelmed trying to overhaul an entire room. I know myself and if I tried to do it that way, nothing would get accomplished. It really has been fun to see what all is in each drawer and find a better home for it if needed. I've come across things I'd forgotten I had that I use now. Like going through the knife drawer, I rediscovered a bread knife and a serrated knife which I have used both a lot since finding them.
It's a good process for me. I look forward to seeing how many more "drawers" I get through this month. I'll keep you posted!
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