I need some hints and tips on how to declutter.
I, personally, love to be organised – I’m always organised at work and I try to be at home. However, because we only have a small house and so much stuff, the house always seems cluttered regardless of how much ‘tidying up’ I do. I’m trying to take it one step at a time and declutter one area one day, another the next, etc. but by the time I finish the last area, the first one is a mess again.
Our kitchen, frankly, pisses me off because although we have underbench cupboards and drawers that are full, we still have so much crap on the countertops – like the toaster, chopping boards, the kettle and tea, coffee, etc. I’ve wondered if I should get separate little containers for the pantry and keep all of this stuff in there, but it’s so convenient having it on the counter.
In fact, typing out this blog entry has helped me think of ways to declutter the kitchen- the teas and such that we don’t use regularly can go away, while the coffee and sugar that we used on a daily basis can stay on the counter in square canisters that can be shoved right into the corner. Me thinks I will be buying some containers tomorrow! But what about the toaster? We can’t really shove it away in a cupboard because we use it every day and it would be a hassle to get it out all the time. What about chopping boards? Again, we use them daily, along with the kettle too.
My greatest problem is our bedroom – its small, so only a small amount of furniture will fit in and therefore limits storage space. Also, it’s the last place I am of a day and it’s always at a time where I can’t be fucked with putting stuff away, folding clothes, etc. Just can’t be fucked. So the bedroom floor is consistently a mess. I have tried clearing out huge amounts of clothes (and am currently sitting next to two bags of clothes ready to head to St Vincent de Paul) but there still seems to be too much. I’ve asked Michael to remind me that every time I buy a new item of clothing, I have to throw a piece out (in that sense, I’m replacing clothes rather than adding to my wardrobe). So if I buy a shirt, I have to throw one out. If I buy a pair of jeans, get rid of the old ones (I only really ever wear jeans till they have holes in them anyway).
How do you keep yourself organised?
P.S. – I turned 23 on Monday. How much more responsible and mature does 23 sound compared to 22? Heaps, I reckon.
As part of my encouragement to get blogging again, I’m following a list of things to blog and/or post about (seeing as some are pictures). I’m not particularly interested in following the list in order, and I’ve already missed a couple of days so it’s not going to be perfect, but it’s a good guide to get some blog writing going.
Today’s item is to take a photo of myself and post a description of how my day was.
My day started at about 5:00am when the dog woke up, but she was fine once I fed her and let her out for a pee. I’m really tired today as we were out late at a friend’s house for dinner, so I slept in till about 7:30 before getting up, having some breakfast and getting ready to go out.
I went and had a massage at 9:00am, to get rid of some tension and pain in my neck & shoulders, which was really relaxing – something I really needed. I went to the supermarket after that to grab a few things, then to get some breakfast. Took that home, ate with Michael and I’ve pretty much been sitting at my computer the rest of the day.
Michael is going out tonight with Dominic (husband of one of my work colleagues) so I’m heading up to their house, taking some dinner with me as she’s home with a nearly 4-week old baby, and we’re going to sit and watch Meet the Little Fockers.
I guess after that I’ll be coming home and going to bed!
Not a really eventful day, actually 
As part of my encouragement to get blogging again, I’m following a list of things to blog and/or post about (seeing as some are pictures). I’m not particularly interested in following the list in order, and I’ve already missed a couple of days so it’s not going to be perfect, but it’s a good guide to get some blog writing going.
I will never tire of spending time with my husband. As much as we can clash at times – and I mean clash – I have never been so in love or so devoted to anyone or anything in my entire life. If you know me personally, you’ll know that I’m such an independent person and I love my personal space and time alone. I would give all of those ideals up if it meant I never had to spend another day without him.
I will never tire of sitting in front of the computer. I’m a total geek and if I could, I’d spend all day here. I listen to my podcasts, I visit forums (hai youz @ Veracity!), I surf the web, I type blog entries (sometimes…), I just love my computer and sitting down to relax in front of it.
I will never tire of having pets. My pets complete my life. They’re our babies, and always will be. They love us unconditionally and never hold grudges. They snuggle you when you’re sad and get you up when you’re down. As much as it drives me nuts that they wake up at 2 and 3 o’clock in the morning, I’d do anything for them.
I will never tire of driving. I’ve always loved driving, and since getting my licence at the end of October, I can’t get enough. Sure, fuel is expensive and maintenance is a bitch, but just being able to get up, get in the car and go whenever I feel like gives me the most incredible sense of freedom I’ve never felt before.
I will never tire of Vera Wang Princess perfume. It’s become my signature scent and I just adore it. The best thing happened the other day – Michael came into the bedroom, while I was putting my makeup on, to say goodbye. He reached out for a hug and asked me if I’d put my perfume on, because during the day he’d occasionally get a whiff of it and it would remind him of me. <3
I will never tire of true friendship. Growing up and being in the workforce has proven to me who my real friends are – they’re the ones who’ll stand up for you, tell you if someone has gone behind your back, invite you into their homes when you show up unannounced, and spend time with you even if you’re feeling like you’re being overbearing.
I will never tire of nature. My spirituality is a huge part of me and some nights I look up at the moon and I can just feel the energy of the earth under my feet. As much as I am a technology geek and could never live without my computer or iPhone, I do love being out in nature and I always feel better after that reconnection.
What will you never tire of?
