Is there a name for the compulsion to repeatedly buy more and more different storage bins you know won't work in an awkward space, always expecting a different, more successful result and always being disappointed? Because I think I have that too.
Love this! All of it. Organize the cupboards ~> quickly morphs to ~> what the heck was I thinking ~> it’s a terrible day to do that~> let’s go play by the river! And hurrah for short people. At 5’3” (standing as tall as I can) I’d even be a giant,
I have a small room in my house that services as my office, wardrobe, studio and general storage. I have been trying to organise it for years, hate being in it and turn round and walk out every time I try and fix it which means stuff is always getting pulled out and then left out. It drives me crazy! You have inspired me to have another go today... I was avoiding it! I have a load of newstorage bins and boxes up there too waiting to be used. It's endless! Anyway, you made me smile, and it was great up meet the Scamp!
Staring at bins and nooks and crannies and, for me, a “closet” created of hanging shelves, a shower rod, and a tapestry, contemplating the best method of reorganization has been a way I’ve spent sooooo many hours!
Absolutely loved seeing the scamp!!! can’t wait for more
Marya, funny little story to share. I aspired to have a hobbit door at the entrance to my own custom-built hobbit-sized home in which only I (and my sister, and anyone else 5' or shorter) did not stoop when walking around, and we didn't need a stool for the stuff at the back of the lowest shelf. I grew up in a family where everyone else was 5'10"+, and they were absolutely not receptive or sensitive to placing things within my reach.
Alas, I have a normal-sized home with 36" tall kitchen counters, and need a stool just to reach the bowls when they are all stacked to their fullest height on the lowest shelf. 🤦🏻♀️
Yet one more thing you present about Scamp life that calls me to it. Scale! Lol.
Your scamp and my atelier present many of the same challenges. Space optimization is key. I’m constantly curating my space. Cleaning house sucks. Curating the space is an act of creativity and therefore ultimately fulfilling. Also, the portrait of Zeke really ties the room together.
The truth is a 100,000 mile trip begins with the first mile, like taking the first step, One of our best trips was a 10,000 mile, 2 month RT from AZ to NL (Newfoudland Labrador) in our last of 8 RV's, a Leisure Travel Van. I sometimes wish I had our total mileage over the 25 years of part-time on the road life and yet, in the whole scheme ot things and stuff, it's only a number. We were fortunate to see much of the U.S. Mexico and eastern Canada. Now retired from the RV world, I am glad to travel along with you, Holly and one or two other roadies who are part of that special subculture we know well. Why subculture? Never mind, another time....Will share a story about CLEARANCE sometime and two unfortunate encounters, lessons learned.
I've come to view the tour of the scamp as a metaphorical journey into your inner psyche.
that is completely fair
Is there a name for the compulsion to repeatedly buy more and more different storage bins you know won't work in an awkward space, always expecting a different, more successful result and always being disappointed? Because I think I have that too.
I don’t know but why do we keep doing this sobs
Hope? Insanity? Or maybe they’re the same thing?
Either way, I know the perfect storage bin exists somewhere. And one day I’ll find it.
Love it "Wham! you can't come back!"
WELL! hahahaaa
Love this! All of it. Organize the cupboards ~> quickly morphs to ~> what the heck was I thinking ~> it’s a terrible day to do that~> let’s go play by the river! And hurrah for short people. At 5’3” (standing as tall as I can) I’d even be a giant,
you absolutely would and I bet you’d enjoy the experience!!
Love the rants and raves. Keep on keepin' on, Marya!
“But I have a lot of clearance.” + having to step over the yanked out fridge 🤣♥️
what. [side-eyes]
Don’t challenge me to a side eyes contest bc you may not win. 👀😂
Oh. Oh Stacie. My dear my lovely friend. Did you just …tell an Aries… they might lose a game
I mean I wasn’t going to take it there but 🤣 yes.
And I’d say it to your face. 😈
☠️☠️☠️☠️ you’d lean down a foot and say it to my face like you’re talking to a toddler is what you’d do 🤣
❤️❤️❤️
On my laptop and have no emojis! heart heart heart
Love this! You are a rockstar!
Ok Professor Burton but have you seen yourself? xoxoxoxo
Love you! You’re one of my biggest support systems. Thank you! ❤️
Love YOU!!
“You can’t come back” 🤣
Cupboards and no dead space are clutch. So is being 5’ tall 😉
WELL I MEAN COME ON PEOPLE. ha! so great to have you along, welcome!
😁🫶 Cute lil’ Tramper.
Thanks for sharing.
Love, Peace & Chickengrease.
G
Back atcha, luv! <3
I have a small room in my house that services as my office, wardrobe, studio and general storage. I have been trying to organise it for years, hate being in it and turn round and walk out every time I try and fix it which means stuff is always getting pulled out and then left out. It drives me crazy! You have inspired me to have another go today... I was avoiding it! I have a load of newstorage bins and boxes up there too waiting to be used. It's endless! Anyway, you made me smile, and it was great up meet the Scamp!
Thank you for sharing the realities of living in The Scamp, interspersed with your usual humor.
Staring at bins and nooks and crannies and, for me, a “closet” created of hanging shelves, a shower rod, and a tapestry, contemplating the best method of reorganization has been a way I’ve spent sooooo many hours!
Absolutely loved seeing the scamp!!! can’t wait for more
Marya, funny little story to share. I aspired to have a hobbit door at the entrance to my own custom-built hobbit-sized home in which only I (and my sister, and anyone else 5' or shorter) did not stoop when walking around, and we didn't need a stool for the stuff at the back of the lowest shelf. I grew up in a family where everyone else was 5'10"+, and they were absolutely not receptive or sensitive to placing things within my reach.
Alas, I have a normal-sized home with 36" tall kitchen counters, and need a stool just to reach the bowls when they are all stacked to their fullest height on the lowest shelf. 🤦🏻♀️
Yet one more thing you present about Scamp life that calls me to it. Scale! Lol.
Your scamp and my atelier present many of the same challenges. Space optimization is key. I’m constantly curating my space. Cleaning house sucks. Curating the space is an act of creativity and therefore ultimately fulfilling. Also, the portrait of Zeke really ties the room together.
The truth is a 100,000 mile trip begins with the first mile, like taking the first step, One of our best trips was a 10,000 mile, 2 month RT from AZ to NL (Newfoudland Labrador) in our last of 8 RV's, a Leisure Travel Van. I sometimes wish I had our total mileage over the 25 years of part-time on the road life and yet, in the whole scheme ot things and stuff, it's only a number. We were fortunate to see much of the U.S. Mexico and eastern Canada. Now retired from the RV world, I am glad to travel along with you, Holly and one or two other roadies who are part of that special subculture we know well. Why subculture? Never mind, another time....Will share a story about CLEARANCE sometime and two unfortunate encounters, lessons learned.