In some things, it's all what you make of it. It's all about your attitude. Some chores in life we just do and never give them a second thought. Others are viewed with dread and distaste. Bah, pure drudgery. Certainly I am no different in this regard.One task folks seem to abhor is the weekly grocery shopping. For the most part, this is one thing that I have never minded doing. In fact, oftentimes I really look forward to going to the supermarket. The idea of preparing a plan for weekly meals and snacks has always kind of energized me. I love planning out wonderful meals for myself and my daughter. The thought of creating something that will bring joy fills my spirit. It is one of the "love languages" with which I can communicate fairly well.
Another chore on a typical list is doing the laundry. Lately I have made an effort to have my daughter help me with folding the clothes. It is a time where we can talk and be together. We are doing a chore, but before you know it, we have grown closer and had a good time and somehow the clothes got folded and put away.
I suspect that grocery shopping and folding laundry need not be the only chores where I can make something more than boring routine and nagging tedium. I can find ways to make sure my to-do list gets completed while adding value to my day. See what you can do.
3 comments:
No doubt.
Hi Daniel:)
It is a wonderful idea to make routine work interesting and exciting by adding value to it. Instead of just going through the motions of the routine work like a robot, it will be just great to make it an adventure and something to look forward to.
Most of the time when I go out for a walk, I not only have an Ipod but also my camera. Whatever interests me I take photos for the blog. When I was doing a full time job the pressure of targets and travel was so much that I failed to notice many interesting things. But now I take special interest in many things around me. My camera had become an eye opener for me. I not only take time to see and observe but sometimes go into the minutest details to admire and appreciate.
Have a nice day Daniel:)
Joseph
How right you are Daniel! Making the most of everything...including the everyday routine, chores etc makes life all that more interesting.
You sound like a wonderful caring father! Maddie is a lucky girl!
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