Part of being able to love my "domestic duties" is my outlook on them. Yes, it does help that I have mild OCD which makes me despise clutter & dirt. Yes, it also helps that I like the satisfaction that comes with the sparkle after my home is in order. And yes, I am blessed to be fascinated by homekeeping books & experts.
But mostly it is my gratitude for what I have. My family is so important to me, and I want to care for them in the best way, in every way, possible. I am grateful for the home we have, whether modest or luxurious. I am grateful for what our hard work provides our family. So that drives me to care for it in a way that shows my pride and love.
So often I hear about how much the cleaning, the laundry, the cooking, and the shopping are hated "chores". Why not try to change your viewpoint and look at them as a privelege instead? In this economy especially, it can be healing and inspiring to look at these tasks as a luxury! How lucky we are to have homes to clean! Lucky to have clothes to launder, hot water to wash the dishes, food to cook...
Our attitudes when shifted to gratitude can drive us accomplish so much more! We can get our tasks done so much more quickly because we aren't plodding through them. And we are more inspired to add the little extra touches along the way to show our families how much we care.
With Thanksgiving almost upon us, it's the perfect time to shift our perspective...
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I like this post much better than the last one. Thanks!
Posted by: Milissa B. | November 20, 2009 at 07:40 AM
What a BEAUTIFUL blog...so glad I found you....Dianne
Posted by: C. Dianne Zweig | December 27, 2009 at 05:38 PM
I am want of those who hated chores, and wondering how would I survive the married life that's why at my age of 27 I'm not yet tied up. Your blog is nice to read and hope I could have that attitude when it comes with patience and chores.
Posted by: Kidsline | February 18, 2010 at 04:38 AM