{because sometimes you just need to clean}

Last night I left the library around dinnertime. On the way home, I planned out my whole evening so that I could be as efficient and productive as possible. I knew that the night HAD to consist of: (1) putting my dinner in the oven right away so it would be done at a decent tine, (2) cleaning the bathroom, (3) cleaning the kitchen, (4) vacuuming, (5) filling out the rest of the save the dates, and (6) finishing up the schoolwork I had planned to finish. When I walked into the apartment, I was completely overwhelmed by how much cleaning there was to do. I knew I needed to vacuum, clean the tub (seriously...I can't wait to cut my hair...it clogs up the tub and it's super annoying), and do the dishes (meaning, put away the entire dishwasher-load of clean dishes and re-fill it/re-run it...yes, I had that many dirty dishes sitting in my sink. ew.) I just didn't realize how much I'd find to do once I got home.

{anyone remember this book?}

You see, sometimes I get in these moods where I just can't take it anymore...the clutter, that is. So I just go on a rampage. I NEED to reorganize, purge, put things into little boxes so they look prettier on the bookshelf, etc. Well, unfortunately for my self-imposed schedule, last night was one of those nights. (um, hello...I have finals this week...In my defense, however, I do consider it a legitimate use of time, because both of my finals this quarter are take-home finals, and how could I expect myself to focus with a cluttery apartment?!) So I found myself spending half the night cleaning/de-cluttering. It was cathartic, yet there's still so much to be done. I wish I had a massive gift certificate to like...The Container Store. I'd go nuts in there. I LOVE putting things into individual boxes and containers. It just feels so much cleaner. And yes, if you're wondering, my future house WILL have endless amounts of built-in's.

Anyhoo, while that little detour took a couple hours, I still feel very proud of my night. I've been working really hard at the library this past week studying securities regulation, so I guess one night of cleaning to help preserve my sanity is justified.

OH! Aaaaaaaaaand, I exercised last night...like for real exercise--at the gym in my building. That's the 4th night in a row!!! I have no idea what's gotten me on this exercise kick lately, but I'm not going to think about it too hard. Just going with the flow.

{that's me, with my big strong muscles}

Happy Monday, everyone!