Stuff

I don't know if this is a common thing among the households of 6163 but I have all these collections scattered about the place of "stuff" - all of them contain things that could be categorised under various headings such as "will get back to that later" and "can't think where to put it but know I will need it at some point" and my favourite collection -  "really want to keep that because I will one day enjoy making something with it" - this last pile goes waaay back and has different genres like cool cards, old photos, bits of fabric, and other kooky stuff that I refuse to throw out because I am attached to them, and I am convinced I will find a purpose for them, or display them so their uniqueness will be on show for all to see .... if only I had the time.  It's true that in some ways these are painful reminders that a) I keep things for a long time/ have trouble throwing stuff out; b) am not good at sorting and putting away; and, c) I don't complete tasks. 

To avoid facing the harsh reality of what these piles might represent I put them all in nice bags and different containers, tins, baskets and cool boxes (like my vintage Cuban cigar box - that's a good one - as is my quite largish George Jensen bag ....thanks hubby). That way they become part of the look of the place, and I do enjoy looking at them (as I rush by), and the added bonus is that people I am married to don't notice them quite so much (especially when I keep adding to them after recent trips to places like Melbourne).

The trouble is I never seem to have the time to devote to playing and making things like I would if I could  - I envy the crafty mums of 6163 who obviously prioritise these things and give themselves much joy, either that or they have a serious addiction to something unhealthy that keeps them awake long into the night allowing them to achieve these things - including sewing !

So for now I guess I just wait until that moment comes ... and keep making and adding to my beautiful collection of Stuff.