An Organized Life

Has anyone ever felt like when your surroundings are unorganized, so is your life?  Meaning, you become late paying your bills, stressed, overwhelmed, etc.  I am one of those people.  I get so out of whack that my world becomes complete chaos.  When that happens, I take my frustrations out on my family and those around me.  My poor daughter gets the brunt of it all and I have to stop and gather myself.  I NEED to stay organized, or I literally feel depressed and cannot handle anything that life throws at me.  When my space is decluttered, clean and organized, I feel at ease.  It's crazy how these things go hand in hand!
I have started decluttering my space (my closet) about twice a year.  If I haven't worn it within the past 6 months to a year, with the exception of the clothes that are "season specific", I get rid of it.  I started selling on FACEBOOK!  Which, by the way, is the absolute best way to say "goodbye" to your beloved possessions, knowing they will go to a good home.  I am so sick of heading to resale shops that give me JACK for my goods, that are in practically perfect condition.  I'm talking gorgeous shoes, and clothes that were worn once, or twice... Good stuff.  I can always count on my girls to come rescue me during the much needed "purge".  It's nice to see all of my clothes and actually remember what I have and wear them!    Although it is sad to see the Charlie Jade dress go and the Steven by Steve Madden T-Strap studded heels leave their special cubby in my closet, I feel better knowing their destination.
My makeup is also in this same category.  I bought the 9 drawer Alex dresser from IKEA and I am so pleased with it.  I have been able to go through my makeup, getting rid of stuff I didn't want and organize the stuff I did.  Most everything is in it's own special place where it can be seen!  I had makeup bags filled to the brim with tons of cosmetics and I would forget that I even owned most of it!  Therefore, it was never used.
As I'm writing this, I'm sitting on my "made" bed, smelling my Exotic Coconut candle and able to see the beautiful wood floors and gorgeous shag rug absolutely clutter free.  I feel happy.

XOXO,

Lo Lo

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