I always roll into January completely exhausted; the holidays (and the long school break) kill me, every year. By the beginning of February, I’m ready to get back on track, which usually means cleaning closets and getting rid of every single thing we are not using any more. This year, Henry and I cleaned out the attic, which was a full two day project that included getting rid of the very first plastic Christmas tree Wade and I ever bought.
I am Goodwill’s best friend right now, you all.
February is also when I start to rethink my own closet, both in terms of weeding out what’s worn or doesn’t fit and rethinking those pieces that I’m hanging on to but not wearing. I am always tempted to just toss everything and start over, but since that’s not really an option (at least not if we’re going to do things like eat and pay the electric bill), taking the time to assess what I have — and what I actually wear and what I really love — helps me to shop smart and spend wisely. I’ve been assembling outfits, with a focus on pieces I don’t ever wear, and then committing to leaving the house in those same combinations. It’s surprising how easy it is to put something in the giveaway pile after you wear it around the house for an hour and are miserable in it. Go figure.
