Packing And The OCD Woman

Remember the Friends episode where Monica has a secret closet that's full of "stuff that doesn't belong in any category." That's her "chaotic space" that all OCD people have. I too, have a couple of chaotic spaces and one of mine belongs in my bedroom closet. The rest of my stuff I like neat and orderly, much like my suitcase. Everything has to fit just right or I start over until it is perfectly uniform. This can take up precious time when preparing for a trip. I know the TSA Agent could care less if my chonies are folded in a perfect square but I always feel good when I open my suitcase and can see order. I know that life can't always be like my suitcase. I've learned over the years to appreciate the chaotic spaces in my life. I wasted a lot of precious time in the past trying to take control and have order over things I couldn't control.
I'm happy to say my big bag only weighs 38lbs. which gives me 12lbs.
of empty weight to fill with souvenirs for the way home :)
XOXOXO
M.