I spent the morning working with a group of moms at my boys’ school.  Cutting, plating, wrapping, and putting desserts on trays for tonight’s big fundraiser. 

I’m guessing at least 700 servings.  I enjoy activities like this because I enjoy meeting and talking to other moms.  I also, contrary to what one would think if they walked into my home unannounced, enjoy accomplishing tangible tasks.

And I really enjoy . . . are you ready . . . organizing stuff like that. 

Don’t get me wrong, I wasn’t in charge.  I walked in a few minutes late (since I was determined to get my kitchen clean before we left the house), donned my plastic gloves, and looked for a place to jump in and help.  After participating for a few minutes, I made several suggestions that helped things run more smoothly. 

So what’s my point?  Maybe it’s that I’m bossy (although I choose to believe I’m just willing to say the things that others aren’t willing to say).  Really, though, I think my point is that my slob-brain does have a functioning organization-section.   

This is why my slob-problem baffled me for so many years.  I’m a competent person.  I enjoy problem-solving.  When it comes to people, I actually enjoy and get a charge out of organizing. 

So, why in the world does “stuff” throw me for a loop?