I've read several posts on other blogs lately about getting rid of stuff and about organization. Now it's on my mind. I know I keep too much stuff "just in case". I need to let more of it go. I'm getting better, but stuff still seems to rule my life. Thus the organization problem. Some of my problem areas are:
1. My kitchen counter by where you walk in the door--it collects papers, keys, notebooks, and other misc. junk. I swear I clean it at least once a day and sometimes more, but it still is cluttered. This post gives me hope that order can be restored...now to find the stuff and form the habits to make it happen.
2. My desk. It is forever cluttered with books, papers, pencils, and other desk stuff.
3. My laundry room. I really need to do something in there. I wish it was pretty like the ones you see in magazines, but it's just a utility room with some shelves, concrete walls even...
4. The top of my dresser. Somehow the jewelry, lotions, chapstick, etc seem to overtake all too quickly.
So, how do YOU organize your life? How do you get rid of stuff? I need some pointers! Thanks!
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I have a simple rule! Whenever I get something I have to toss something! It help me to stay organized and clutter free. Just remember to focus on one area at a time...
Baskets and file folders! To cut down on school papers, coupons, etc., I use file folders and keep them on my hutch in my kitchen. I hold them in a napkin holder. I also hung a beautiful magazine rack in my office that I use for mail. Then all your mail is in one place an is not cluttering counter tops. I would suggest putting one right by the back door.
You can make beautiful baskets out of Huggies diaper boxes, burlap, and material.
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