a time to keep and a time to throw away

When I think of this part of the passage I think of the new year or right after Christmas, or maybe the turn of a season. When we have to get rid of the old and make room for the new. I usually do this about twice a year when the seasons change. I go through all my clothes and get the stuff out for the upcoming season and usually get rid of what I didn't wear the season before. I then take what I didn't want anymore and if its still in good condition I give it to family and friends or I donate it, the rest usually finds its way to the trash. I usually take my donations to the Rescue Mission, where I know that all of the stuff can be put to good use, since I don't need it anymore. It seems like with a baby now the job of going through clothing and toys is going to be quite the chore. So far I have enjoyed going through and cleaning out drawers and making them organized to make the best use of the space we do have for her.
This passage is an encouragement to me to continue to stay organized and make sure that everything that I own has a place. God has blessed me beyond measure with a home and all that I have in it and this reminds me to take care of my belongings and to keep them organized.