Motivation for Chores

[chayam]

It's lonely around here this morning. My kids (oldest kids?) left last night with their dad for a vacation; they're visiting my dad in Ohio. That's right--my ex-husband, his girlfriend, her son, and my children are visiting my father. I wouldn't say I'm angry, but I am a little sad and jealous because Dad will be spoiling them all--trips to

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[mantispid]

If I find myself having a particularly difficult time with chore motivation, I schedule a home dinner date or a guest dinner party. Basically, something with others coming over where I want to impress. Then, I have to do all the chores before the guest(s) arrive.

[jessehattabaugh]

I had a dream about the kids last night. I was sitting in a cafe and they just showed up. The size they were when I last saw them, all smiles and squeals. I wish I could see them.