Q&A with Danielle Raine discussion

My biggest housework bugbear has got to be the kitchen.
A spotless and tidy kitchen is a true joy for me but also, in my home, a lesser-spotted phenomenon. My kitchen is like a food-factory. With 2 adults working from home, two young and hungry children with various friends, toys and snacking requirements, the kitchen is in almost constant and perpetual use.
Yet, there appears to be only one member of staff. Me.
It used to be a source of never-ending angst and frustration but I am, slowly, coming to terms with it. I'm also making more use of appliances (don't tell my other half, who curiously doesn't agree with putting pans in the dishwasher...). I have also embarked on a training mission, 'encourage' the younger members to be more independent and self-sufficient. In fact, I actually caught one of them cleaning up their mess, the other day! So, I remain optimistic that, one day, I may just get on top of it all. I have hope, which I need because there is still a long way to go.
But, I've come to realise that, overall, I would rather have my family and a messy kitchen than a spotless home without them. I suppose this is the enlightenment behind the phrase, put-up or shut-up.
So, on that note, I will.

Look forward to hearing your stories of domestic bliss!

"But, I've come to realise that, overall, I would rather have my family and a messy kitchen than a spotless home without them."

Danielle, you know what is important!

Thanks, Arminius.

It took me a very long time to learn this. In fact, some days I still have to force myself to re-focus and remember what is truly important. Luckily, my children are experts at doing exactly that.

Thanks for your comments!