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Post by Katie on May 12, 2021 14:43:22 GMT
Yes it is organized though. Tape measure, mini hammer, screwdriver, and nails. Tick removal tools and ointment for the dogs. Pens Rubber bands, matches, misc little things
I don’t want to have to run out to the garage to get a tape measure or a screwdriver when I need it… I like it to be easy access right there in the kitchen. Same with rubber bands and pants… I don’t want to have to run into my office to get those things when I’m standing in the kitchen.
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Post by myshelly on May 12, 2021 14:49:46 GMT
I don't really understand people that are saying no- everything has its place. All of my stuff has its place- some things place is the junk drawer. Office supplies, box cutters, batteries, tape measure, spare glasses, etc. all are in the junk drawer because that is the place for those things. And yes, I usually use that stuff in the kitchen. It’s because of the term junk. If you say junk drawer I’m picturing a drawer of broken rubber bands, crumpled up take out menus, and other stuff that should be thrown away. If it’s stuff you actually use and is in its place, why would you call it junk?
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Post by J u l e e on May 12, 2021 15:26:10 GMT
I think it is a cultural thing to call it a junk drawer as it very important stuff in there. I grew up in the Midwest and it was a term my mom used. "Junk Drawer" is the drawer that holds odds & ends and an assortment of things that are not really related. It can be organized - or not. Some are taking the term 'junk drawer' too literally I think. I think so too. I still occasionally refer to the compartment in my car “the glove box” though I don’t think I’ve yet had gloves in it.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on May 12, 2021 16:21:38 GMT
I think so too. I still occasionally refer to the compartment in my car “the glove box” though I don’t think I’ve yet had gloves in it. Has anyone ever had gloves in their glove compartment? One of those terms once was factual but has become archaic! However, I am pretty sure the "junk drawer" will never become archaic!
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on May 12, 2021 16:23:59 GMT
If it’s stuff you actually use and is in its place, why would you call it junk? You are very much a black/white thinker, with no gray whatsoever! Junk drawer is just one of those colloquial phrases that isn't meant to be taken literally.
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