The overwhelming, nerve-numbing quality of housework, its repetition and sheer aching dullness — what can there possibly be to look forward to? By the way, man or woman — if you’re cleaning to solely impress others, listen to the insightful, irreverent Joan Rivers — “Don’t cook. Getting organised, even embracing minimalism in large areas of the house, is not the mark of an uptight serial killer. Misleading signs of order include: Made beds, relatively clean carpets, a clean loo (no forgiveness here) and a smell-free kitchen. If you don’t use it or thoroughly enjoy it — set yourself free.

Source: Irish Examiner October 26, 2018 23:03 UTC