Tidy Up Your Drop Zone

article by Cassie Livingston
photograph by Kelly Moore Clark
styling by Taylor Bennett

When I first read Marie Kondo’s book, the idea of having an organized drop zone really stuck with me. I don’t fold my socks or thank them, I have more books than I will ever read and every single piece of clothing I have brings me joy. So, while I may not have related in many areas of her minimalism-inspired approach, I can find a common ground when it relates to keeping a neat key drop. When you walk in our home, my kids pile up there backpacks and shoes at the door (that may never change). But, Trent and I have a spot where we put our mail, keys, sunglasses and wallet/purse. I’ve found that having a designated spot keeps us from constantly searching for the items that we use daily. 

My hope that is in the new year, we are able to continue organizing our  home. I only aspire to be as organized as Erin Love – but, for now, maybe I will give my socks a big “thank you,” and work on cleaning out some books next.