LYMTAS

In high school we always signed our notes, "LYLAS" for "Love you like a sister." Well, Melissa was more than that. She carried my bassoon to the bus stop (I was a weakling), she forced me to watch WHAM! videos on BETA (for chrissake), and she lived 2 doors down so I could always escape to her house.

Well, Melissa has a ton of siblings and I have none. Her house was chaotic and loud. Mine was quiet and sparce of knick knacks. But who's house would I rather be at? Hers. So, I created this "LYMTAS" as my ending to my notes, IM's and emails. It stands for "Love you MORE than a sister." And I do. And because I do love you sweet Melissa, I'm going to take you through my organizational bootcamp. You will be amazed at how much an organized home helps to clear your aura and chakras and all that crap. And Derek's stuff is getting taken care of too.

Your homework assignment:
1. Collect four large bins (I KNOW YOU HAVE 4!) and label them Keep, Donate, Throw Away, Sentimental.

2. Bring all of your clothing into an unused room (Storm's) and begin sorting. Your first sort should be drastic. 3 seconds per garment. If it doesn't fit, you ARE NOT allowed to keep it. If it is damaged, you ARE NOT allowed to keep it.

3. AND because you are a softie, you need to keep sentimental items to a minimum. One (or two) per person you want to remember.

4. Shoes are a part of this process. Put on a pair of socks and try on all your shoes. If they don't fit or they are not comfortable, you must get rid of them. That is the only way to justify getting new ones!!


OK, girl, get moving!! You have until Thursday to finish this.