Making Lists

I am leaving to go to Dallas tomorrow for a week. I am going to visit my parents, my sister and my little nephew. To prepare for the trip I am creating a packing list of everything I need to take with me. Actually I am making two lists: one for clothes and another for personal care items. I am also making a list of everything I need to check before I leave: turn off all the lights, lock the doors, oven off, small appliances unplugged, etc. I should probably keep these lists on my computer and print them out when I need them.

I really like to make lists. I have notebooks full of lists. Lists of movies I want to see, books I want to read, places I want to visit, scarves I want to get, things I need for my house, birthdays I need to remember, etc. I always carry a tiny notebook in my handbag (separate from my journal) in case I need to make a list when I am away from home. When I am overwhelmed by everything I need to do I make a list and it gives me a sense of control. The best part about making the list is checking things off the list. When I can cross a list item off I feel like I have accomplished something and that always makes me feel better.

Do you make lists?