I can think of a million things I’d prefer to do over cleaning—like being caught in a downpour without an umbrella or trying on clothes from a store’s clearance rack. Yet, cleaning seems to take up a huge portion of my daily life—every single day. With a household of six and five family members who couldn’t care less about their clutter, I’m left as the sole warrior fighting against the chaos that invades our home. While cleaning may be a necessary chore, I tackle it with a heavy heart—and if not a frown, then definitely a serious resting face—every time. Here’s what really grinds my gears about it:
- The simple fact that cleaning exists.
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could skip housework altogether? I could avoid scrubbing toilets, let dust bunnies take over, and just exist in my cluttered oasis. Unfortunately, I’m a bit of a neat freak, plus I have a soft spot for not living in squalor. And let’s not forget the children I’d like to keep around. - The inability to hire help.
I’ve heard rumors of mythical creatures called “cleaning services” that come and tidy up while you kick back with your favorite show. But with kids demanding constant attention and snacks, it’s about as likely as a talking unicorn showing up at my door. - The unreachable spots.
Sure, I don’t clean the top of the fridge or beneath the couch every time, but there are always those tricky spots that gather dust. From ceiling fans to high shelves, there’s always something that needs cleaning. And getting to them requires a workout of straining and stretching—talk about a double whammy! - That annoying gap between the wall and the floor.
Vacuuming is usually the least painful part of cleaning. I just glide around, daydreaming about my toned arms. What’s frustrating, though, is the debris that the vacuum misses in that pesky gap where the floor meets the wall. Some people have special tools for that, but my dog turned mine into a chew toy. So, I’m left on my knees, digging out the gunk with my fingers—yikes! - The last stubborn line of dust.
Sweeping the floor involves three stages: shock at the amount of dirt, triumph upon finishing, and then dismay when that last stubborn line of dust refuses to budge. To clean it up, I have to grab a damp paper towel and trek all the way to the sink, which is just too much after all that sweeping. - The mysterious liquid at the bottom of the trash can.
I don’t skimp on trash bags, so I’m baffled by the mysterious goo that often collects at the bottom of my bin. It’s like a concoction of stale odors and leftover waste—what even is that? - The toilet.
Nobody relishes the thought of getting up close and personal with the toilet while scrubbing away at other people’s messes. Seriously, who enjoys that? - The treasures my kids leave behind.
Over my decade of parenting, I’ve discovered all sorts of bizarre items hidden in toy boxes and couch cushions: half-eaten snacks, sippy cups of curdled milk, and questionable fruit. It’s a treasure hunt I didn’t sign up for. - The rapid return of chaos.
Sometimes (okay, all the time), I wonder why I even bother cleaning when it seems like the moment I finish, my family finds a way to track in mud or leave their messes all over again. - The lack of appreciation for my efforts.
I once spent hours scrubbing my laundry room floor until it sparkled. I stood back, admiring my work, only to have my dog come in and leave a huge mess right on my freshly cleaned floor. It’s like nobody around here grasps the value of a clean space!
I crave a tidy home, but it seems like no one else shares the sentiment. The struggle is ongoing, and right now, there are countless spots in my house that need attention. But here I sit, procrastinating. I adore a clean home, yet I utterly despise the cleaning process. But I know I should probably get moving because, well, this mess isn’t going to tidy itself. Ugh.
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Summary:
Cleaning can be a frustrating and thankless task, especially when you’re the only one in the household who seems to care about maintaining a tidy environment. From the endless cycle of dirt to the strange discoveries left behind by kids, the challenges of cleaning can feel overwhelming. However, embracing helpful resources can make the process a little easier.