Things I collect

When I was younger, I used to collect cat figurines. I had tons of them. And not just the stupid ones. I was particular about getting cats that didn't put me into a "baby" category for collecting them, but did it in a way that made it alright...almost cool. I also collected Pooh Bears. Technically, I guess I still collect them, since I do still get them every once in a while. Our first child is doomed...er..blessed...to carry around and have at least 20 Poohs.

As I was reminded of the fun things I used to collect, I tried to think of things I collect now that I am a "grown-up". There are only two things that come to mind: socks and kitchen linens. It's fun for me, but as I read that, it sounds so boring! =) I like themed ones, seasonal ones, bright ones, plaid ones. I have many more socks than tablecloths or kitchen towels, but I'm sure my collection will grow in the kitchen....especially once I move into a house with one that's bigger than my shoebox kitchen now.

So, I've decided that maybe one day I should start collecting something else. Socks and kitchen towels are pretty cheap to collect, so maybe that's why I've been doing those. Or maybe it's because I'm a clutter nazi and my said collection doesn't clutter up my apartment. Or maybe because it's practical, and I can justify my collection because I HAVE to wear socks anyway! I don't know.

Does anyone collect anything fun? Or not fun? Just anything at all?

Shoes...maybe that's what I should start collecting. I DO like them, now that I think about it! And collecting shoes would also be practical, don't you think?!