Exposing Myself :: 3

How on earth am I supposed to get my life in order with a barrel of monkeys running the place? Helloooo… I’m trying to Expose Myself here… act like you weren’t raised by a pack of wolves.

I attempted to organize Makena’s closet. Fortunately for me, the closet fairies arrived just in time to help. Ha.

The mess was moved to the bedroom. And yes that is a hammer and nails on the bed. I’m the queen of moving things around, especially pictures.

Then nicely organized in the closet. Everything has a place. It’s the virgo in me that forces me to use all white hangers. Has to match or it will drive me bonkers.

Not sure how long they’ll let me keep it like this but it’s worth a shot. I have cleaned out lots of toys so that all of her toys fit on this one shelf. With the exception of a couple of baskets for her baby dolls. New rule: If a new toy comes in the house, an old toy must leave. I just picked up this Melissa and Doug chore chart to encourage Makena to help around the house. I’m sure I could have made one on the computer but this was way easier. Makena and I have been having a battle of wills lately. I’m getting a lot of “no mommy, you do it.” Does she know who she’s talking to like that? Oh I know, it’s only going to get worse.

If you want to join in on the Exposing Myself fun, leave me a comment and I’ll add you to the list of fabulous ladies…

I do think it’s important to set a deadline. This process could go on forever. There has to be an end in sight. My deadline is July 10th. We’ve got the garage sale on the 12th so that gives me a couple of days to breathe before I have to face my junk again. Until next time, happy sorting!

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8 Responses to “Exposing Myself :: 3”

Courtney says on June 30th, 2008 at 8:12 pm :

Hmmm … a deadline. Yup, that sure is a Great Idea!

I was planning to just take photos of my clutter for the rest of the summer. Guess I actually need to expose myself AND clean up?!?!

Ok, deadline lady … you’re on! For me: Monday, July 14. I’ll post my New And Improved Life!

: )
Katie says on June 30th, 2008 at 10:56 pm :

Is there a goal we need to keep in mind? Like say, so many rooms completed by the deadline?

I feel like I need more information: I am anal like that.
Adrienne says on July 1st, 2008 at 12:15 pm :

AHHH! I’ve gotta get a move on! What you have done looks great ~ nice job.
april says on July 1st, 2008 at 12:35 pm :

I am starting my blog back up tomorrow! My inspiration…..exposing myself! Last night I got home….thought dang my laudry room is a wreck, I decided it was small enough area for me to begin my EXPOSURE!!! Pictures tomorrow girly! I was quite impressed with my acheivements!
kirsten says on July 2nd, 2008 at 7:23 am :

what a pretty closet! i wish my daughter’s room HAD a closet, let alone a nice big one like that! way to get organized!
miss chris says on July 2nd, 2008 at 1:10 pm :

I love how you are doing this. I would particpate, but I’m pretty much cleaned out. When we finished the basement last year we had HUGE donations and ‘do we really need this?’ conversations… it’s fun though, I think. And so damn satisfying to feel free of STUFF. Congrats on a darling closet!
Jenn says on July 3rd, 2008 at 12:30 pm :

You know, I’ve been meaning to do this, and, as happens, I’ve been putting it off. So, here goes! Though, I think I’ll push my personal timline back to the 14th of August as we have our own yardsale planned for the 16th. Alrighty then… Guess it’s time to go take pictures of those places that I generally don’t let people see!
Reducing My Footprint | chikaustin says on July 15th, 2008 at 8:29 am :

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