The author reflects on their mother's cleaning and organizing wisdom, rooted in experiences of living in small spaces. These lessons emphasize strategic storage and decluttering. One standout principle is the 'prime' rule: before restocking organized spaces, one must identify areas that are most easily accessible, termed 'prime real estate'. This approach has guided the author in maintaining organized spaces, reinforcing that sustainable organization hinges on practical accessibility and decluttering habits passed down through generations.
Before putting back a single item, my mom would always ask, "What's the prime real estate?" Translation: Which spot is the easiest to access?
The organizing lessons my mom taught us have become staples in my own life as I go about organizing the garage (for the gazillionth time) or resetting my pantry.
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