There are people who put away their tools as soon as they finish using them and can, therefore, always locate exactly what they are looking for. There are also those who set everything down right where they were using them and then have to remember where the last project was when they were using the tool they now need.
I am sad to admit that I fall into the latter category, so my tools tend to be scattered around willy-nilly. In my defense, my small assortment of power tools are generally stored away properly, but I cannot say the same for hammers, screwdrivers, and most recently, utility knives.
My washer died early this summer and after we hauled the new one to the basement, my friend asked for a utility knife to open the packaging. I found the knife and we finished the install. Some weeks later we basically repeated the conversation for the dryer which followed quickly its partner, but I couldn't find that knife, so I pulled out the one that is supposed to live with my bookbinding supplies. Of course, I didn't put that one away either, so yesterday I could not find it when I tried to cut book board.
After about 30 minutes of searching all of the recent places I've worked on anything requiring tools, I gave up in frustration. This is clearly an area where I should strive for improvement. As much as I'd love a tool cabinet, after replacing both the washer and drying this year I don't think I'll be getting one any time soon. Perhaps I should aim lower and just have designated place for everything to land, even if it doesn't get sorted out every time.
I'll work on that after I go buy another utility knife.
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