I'm Kind Of Proud Of Myself

I managed to tackle a project today that I've never fully tackled in one day before. So I'm a little giddy with pride. I'll admit, this is a little pitiful. But it's true.

So what exactly is this project I tackled? It sure sounds like something huge and important, doesn't it? Well, as disappointing as this may be, the project I tackled was getting us 100% completely unpacked from our trip to Chicago.

We always seem to come home with so much more than we left with, and we usually leave with a lot. This time was no exception, especially since we had Olivia's birthday presents from my family to bring home as well. And unpacking is always such a difficult chore compared to packing. Plus, to be honest, it's a whole lot easier to put off unpacking. We're not leaving in a few days so that sense of urgency is gone. There have been times when it has taken me over a week to get completely unpacked.

See why I'm feeling such pride?
Here is what I started with. A few things were unpacked as soon as we got home Sunday, so this is what was left this morning. And as you can see, I probably could have starting unpacking sooner since the kids had to dig into the suitcases to find things.
About halfway through the process, I had most of the clothes sorted. There was only a small laundry pile (thanks mom!) and stacks of clean clothes to put away for everyone. I found new homes for all of Olivia's presents and the other small odds and ends that made their way into our house. The suitcases and cooler are even put away in the attic already.

So this is what accomplishment feels like, huh? It sure does feel good!

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