Mind-numbing Housework
It does happen that the very thing you hate MOST about something could turn around and become the thing you LOVE most about it.
I usually HATE the way housework can be mind-numbing and repetitive.
Especially after a decade of dealing with not much more than housework and children under 5.
But today I’m very GRATEFUL for it.
I’ve been chopping up vegies to make vegetable soup.
And finding it quite soothing.
You see, my brain seems to have gone on holiday.
Without leaving a date of return for when I can expect it back.
So I’m quite thankful for mind-numbing activities like chopping vegetables and ironing clothing.
The number of posts swirling around my brain begging to be let out is growing. Some have even gotten as far as drafts.
Hopefully one of these days I’ll successfully spit them out on to the page.
In the meantime, my posts may well be as mind-numbing as housework.
Apologies for that. 
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Must have been the day for it.
I spent a few hours today sorting out the clothing pool at school - mind numbing? yes. Is my head clear now? yes. Hope yours clears for you soon too.
I love the simplicity and reassuring sameness of cooking. Knowing that the end result will have produced something tangible. Same with washing clothing and hanging it out to dry.
Not so keen on folding and dishwashing.
Dont apologise Lightening! We all have days and weeks like this ! It is good to hear though that you can enjoy the creativity of making soup and getting clothes ironed!
Sometimes I enjoy days that are predictable like that at work and other times I need more challenge. THey tend to fall exactly with the mood I am in which is good!
Cant wait for some more posts when you are ready - no hurry.
In the meantime, listen to the wind and rain falling…. the autumn leaves blowing and the birds singing each morning as they wake to the sunrise!
XX OOO
Lynette
You don’t have to be vibrant and witty all the time! You did well tonight, learning a new position. Some great forward leads. Sorry I meant to tell you but needed to come home.
So even though you think your brain has gone AWOL you still made it to netball practice!
Hope it was tons of fun after a tough day!
There are days when we all need some ’sameness’ and repetitive activities. I can only hope I find something like that today at work as lately I feel I have the attention span of a toddler.
It’s been grey and drizzly all week
No rush on witty posts, it’s reassuring to know there are others out there we do blog about their household work.
Cheers,
Maggie
Increase those meds
Or, do what I do, and go to Coles, pick up a BBQ chook, a bag of pre-chopped veges, chuck the lot in a pan of boiling water, throw in some chicken stock, and Bob’s your proverbial!!!
I hope your brain finds it way home soon
As you said, sometimes mind numbing is good. We all need days like that - it gives us a chance to recharge a bit. And if its more than a day, so what, just enjoy it. Don’t fight it.
Tracey:-do you mean a pre-cooked bbq chook? Because those are filled with (yucky) stuffing which wouldn’t go to well in a soup pot…….
I find housework easy and soothing, I really love puttering about getting my house in order and meals cooked. Not much time for it these days though. If I could afford to leave work I’d do it in a heartbeat.
Bettina - I think the physical exercise of netball training helped as it was clearer this morning. Not so crash hot now - I’m very weary.
Marita - I’m not a big fan of hanging washing on the line.
Weak arms make it an arduous task. And my cooking doesn’t every seem to turn out the same!!! The tangible bit though I get - you can see (and taste) the result of your efforts.
Lynette - thanks.
I should do some more tuning in to nature.
Sharon - I did CRAP!!! LOL. But I’m okay with that. I remember a few weeks back feeling that confused about WD. I have a newfound respect for those players who shift positions during a game. My head was all turned around and upside down. Especially when I had to throw the ball BACK into the goal ring instead of turning around and throwing down the court. A very interesting experience.
Lynette - I contemplated not going to training but really wanted to. Plus the physical exertion tends to help. It was strange though - I kind of felt like I was walking around in a bubble, not really connecting with anyone. Very strange.
Maggie - I hate it when it’s constantly grey and drizzly. One thing I do like about our climate is that even during winter we get some sunny days (actually quite a few really). Not warm. Just sunny.
Tracey - I can’t increase the meds. I just have to walk this journey. The highest dose my body would tolerate wasn’t really doing enough. There are 2 possible outcomes right now. One if that I’ll come completely off meds and once withdrawal is done, be able to stay off them (if my body has recovered) OR I need to try something different (which also requires my body to be completely free of this particular drug). I just need to keep focusing on being patient and kind to myself until this period of time is over.
Gemisht - trying hard not to fight it. But you know me, impatient as ever!
And when it effects my blogging, well that just SUCKS!!!
River - Yeah, work can really get in the way of life, can’t it?
Lightening,
Still more grey and drizzly. I’m annoyed for two reasons:
a) it gives me migraines
b) my mummy is in town (wahoo!) and it’s poopie she has such sucky weather while in town! We plan to go for a day trip tomorrow (Saturday) and it’ll suck if it’s rainy all day! gah!
I suppose we could always go check out some of the indoor exhibits around town if it’s too bad to go driving.
Good luck with the housework, when you’re bored with yours, you’re welcome to do mine. I’ll treat you to Tims and Buddy will give you lots of cuddles.
Ciao!
Maggie
I have to admit, housecleaning for me is definitely therapy. I truly do love to do it; it gives me some odd sense of peace and the mind-numbing is totally a plus!