One of my goals is to get a handle on my kids’ clothing. They’ve always had too much — it runs in the family! Given how messy they can be, it’s good to have some extra clothes, but not a week’s worth. I refreshed their wardrobes last week when I found some really great deals on quality clothes. My youngest might need a few more things but my oldest is all set. I can’t buy anything more for him. Not a thing. This is something I will need to repeat to myself many times, given my track record. No more for my 6-year-old! Unless he sprouts up like a weed, which will probably happen in the next few months.

I’ve already noticed some positive aspects of a smaller, contained wardrobe for them:

• It’s much easier to pick out outfits in the morning.
• I won’t have the guilt that I have every season when I see shirts or sweaters that have never been worn.
• I know that everything fits, and can easily pick through to remove outgrown items.

These all apply to me, too. I can’t wait to get all my summer stuff out of my closet so I can enjoy a smaller fall/winter selection.