I started buying really expensive, smaller bags, felt compelled to use them every day and as a result, forced myself to downsize. Very happy with that decision. I think if you live somewhere where driving is not heavily relied upon, that could be an issue. But where I live, driving is necessary, so I just keep extras in my car and in my office (make-up, hair brush, dental floss, etc.), leaving my purse with only the bare minimum. Love that I can now easily change between bags and that I am in the habit of emptying out anything I accumulate on a daily basis. Before, I didn't know how I could go around without all that stuff in my bag...now, I can't imagine carrying all that extra stuff! I do have a couple larger bags for days when I absoulutley must carry more, but I actually now prefer to use the small and medium sized bags. It's very freeing.
Yes, although not in one place. Let me see ... one in my bag, two in my car, one in DH's car, one at the office, one in the quick-errand cross body, one in gym bag, etc.
I mean, I can still use the big bags, just not fill them up?
Am facing dilemma, as consider packing for month long trip.
However, never when facing handbag contents.
I do not carry a caving helmet daily.
So that's less stuff, right there.
However, I do need 2 adhesive bandages.
Always 2.
Without 2, I will cut open a hand on rapid airflow or smooth wood.
And bleed onto some stranger's pretty shoes.
I also need a notebook & pens.
Which become lonely, shuffling around in big handbags I favor.
So, I toss in wallet, keys, etc.
Because they make nice company & talk quietly together.
Not drawing unwanted attention on buses or in office buildings.
When man in my life holds bag for me, sometimes says, "You carry a lot of stuff."
But I know he's only confused & disoriented.
By shiny hardware reflections off light fixtures.
Poor thing.
