School Shopping

I finally convinced Drew to hold his annual fashion show for me. He brings out all his clothes and we sort through them, getting rid of the "too small, too big, too stained, too ripped, too yukky and I never wear it, too many" stuff.



I have always insisted that one's closet not be crammed with unworn items that might be of use to someone else. I refuse to own more of a thing than makes sense (do you really need a hundred tee shirts???). If you haven't space to store it, get rid of it. The only place I budge from my stringent rules is in the area of sentimental value. I will make concession for that.



So we sifted through Drew's stuff and made a list of things he will need for school. I think my standards were a bit higher than his when it comes to stains - he tends to be a bit messy when eating, but that doesn't stop him from wearing a favorite shirt!



Drew and I have been whittling away at the list of school supplies needed for this school year. A few of the items are pricey (like the calculator for math), and I waited until this pay period to purchase them. Add to that the clothing needs and I find myself with a list a mile long.



I enlisted the help of my sister to take Drew to Dick's Sports to purchase the necessary new cleats and soccer gear. That was an ouch and a half. Then, Drew and I carefully planned a trip to the new Target when I had energy and we figured the fewest people would be in the store.



Drew kept seeing things he thought would be good to have. I kept saying that if he added something to the list, I would have to take something away. Things went back to the rack as he debated carefully the needs against the desires.



We didn't quite get everything on the list. A few things were not exactly what he was looking for, and a few things they didn't have. So we have another little trip or two, but at least we got the majority of things before classes start next Wednesday.



Back to school shopping has become quite the event. I just have to remember to set aside more money for next year!