Dirty dishes.
I really don't like washing dishes. I am one of many people who doesn't like doing it. I dislike it so much that whenever I see it on the sink, I remind myself to use paper plates instead lol.
but after the holidays, I had a shift of perspective. I realized dirty plates show abundance — it means people are fed because there's food to share. not everyone is privileged enough to have food on the table. dirty dishes means everyone is full and can sleep peacefully without a rumbling belly. it also means love was shown and given — the food was meticulously chosen and prepared so that their loved ones can enjoy the meal. everyone is blessed with the gift of time — we don't know how long we will be on earth. our breaths can be taken in a glimpse, anytime of the day. thus, not everyone can share their time with you. so the fact that someone chooses to spend time with you and share a meal means you're someone worth spending their time with — you are valued.
so what the hell, just wash the goddamn dishes.
January 12th.
Photo from Pinterest.
