I have been kind-of dreading writing this post for a long time. Here’s why:
1. It’s hard to for me to show my faults to others
2. My mom always taught me to not show a mess to company
3. Once I put something out there in this big ‘ol internet I can’t take it back
4. It’s going to mean that I have to change
Of course I’m talking about my problem with disorganization.
Now I know that I’m not alone out there with this problem. I know that there are others who will sigh an “amen” when they hear of my struggles. But, it’s still a little hard to admit that I stink at being organized and clutter-free.
I am a closet “disorganist” (I’m pretty sure I made that word up). Meaning, if you were to come to my home it would look spic and span to the untrained eye, but open up a cabinet (or a strategically shut guest bedroom door) and you will find a frightful sight!
This problem is deep-rooted, unfortunately. When I was a kid instead of actually putting my clothes away I would just stick them right back into the dirty clothes hamper. My mom hated when I did this! She’d run up to me with a still-folded sweater yelling “You didn’t wear this!”. Still to this day I hate putting away clothes.
I don’t know why I can’t keep something neat and organized for more than a week. It’s just not my nature…
…but that’s why I’m here putting the smack down on myself.
Oh my. This is quite the picture.
Over the next few weeks I’m going to be *gulp* opening up those cabinets and conveniently shut bedroom doors and I’m going to let the truth OUT! You’ll get to see all the messy, disorganized, cluttered “before” pictures. No editing, I promise!
Then, I’m going to try my darndest to find a solution to the mess. A solution that isn’t a “quick fix” but something that I will actually be able to stick with. For more than a day week. Then, you’ll get to see the (hopefully) glorious “after” shots.
So, will you guys help me? Give me advice/tips/support/virtual hugs? Cause I’m going to need them!
Tomorrow I’ll begin with the dreaded kitchen pantry. Here’s a sneak peek at the horror:
Kudos to you for tackling your weakness. It'll take time, but you'll be so glad you got organized. Just remember, you didn't get this way overnight and it won't change in a day. Start with one cabinet or drawer or closet at at time and work your way up to the larger areas. Give everything a home, and try to put it away each time. Spend 10 - 15 minutes before bedtime putting things away, and your morning will be a little sweeter. Try not to leave dishes in the sink at night (I struggle with this one especially). I've got some good tips for organizing on my pinterest board "let's get organized", here http://pinterest.com/akraeske/let-s-get-organized/. Real Simple magazine and Martha Stewart always have stylish and helpful tips also. Good luck! Keep us updated on your progress! Angie
ReplyDeleteyou should call up J. he is the king of de-cluttering and organizational tetris. no joke. he hums the theme to tetris when he does this ;)
ReplyDeleteoops that was me and not anonymous
DeleteI'm slowly working on this as well. I'm excited to read/see what happens!
ReplyDeleteOMG! I thought you took a picture of my cupboard then I realized it was yours! No, you are not alone. But now that you have put it out there and are committed to this it will happen!! Can't wait to watch the progress!
ReplyDeleteYou should have seen our second bedroom last Sunday when we hosted a birthday party for our friend. It was a collection of everything that is usually just lying around the apartment without a home. Now, I need to go through the piles and finally give them homes... just like you, I know it will take time, but it can be done!
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ReplyDeleteThank you,
Jeneen @ Suzie HomeCaker
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I finally know someone who has My own issues... Ill be reading even more so i use don't feel.so helpless and i can use some tips...
ReplyDeletethis is such a great post.
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