#5: Introduce closet to reality.

Date Completed:  1/10/2010

I’ll admit it. I love my closet. Don’t confuse that with me loving my wardrobe, though, because that’s not always the case - I just love my space. After the build-out, I used to stand there and close my eyes because the feeling of being organized was so soothing. Everything had a spot…but there was too much “everything”. You would not believe the stupid things I found in my closet – yes, from different DECADES, including sizes I will never see again (thankfully). There were even items still with tags (ugh – don’t get me started). So in true project management style, I divided everything into four categories (keep, return, donate or consign) to make it a manageable effort. Returns went back to their respective stores and donations were picked up by Courage Center. If you’re looking for a nice consignment store chain, I use TurnStyle in Eden Prairie. So for those who didn’t think my closet would stay organized a year post-installation…HA! I win.