I used to feel bad for not being able to do what I used to. I always loved having a clean, organized home and cooking up everyone's favorite meals. I have learned to work with my limitations. I have also obtained a home health aid through my insurance. At first I was embarrassed and would cry. Now I am happy to see her and let her help me get done what I cannot. It's all about adjustment for me and reminding myself I did not ask to be sick.

I wish I could afford a cleaning lady! My house is clean enough to be healthy and dirty enough to be loved!

I haven a wooden signs on my Outside Door. “My House was clean Yesterday, Sorry U Missed it “. “Beware of Killer Dust Bunnies “. Lol 😂

@A MyChronicPainTeam Member I agree with @A MyChronicPainTeam Member. At my house we have switched to using paper or disposible plates and bowls. We still use coffee mugs and glasses but that and the microwave make those chores easier. I warn folks that my house is not clean. Now on most days it looks tidy. If you look closely you will see the dust bunnies have become dust Godzilla's. The antique china that I can't seem to give up collecting all needs to be washed and the shelves dusted and polished. My siver spoon collection is my black spoon collection. I would love to be able to afford a maid but that isn't in the budget. So, if you don't like my house don't let the door hit you in the butt on your way out.

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I've accepted that I'm no longer a domestic Goddess and dust only gets so deep. I have a cleaning lady who comes in weekly. Daily I flip the bedding (duvet)back to air, pull it up at night.. I cook meals and load the dishwasher after giving everything a quick rinse. Turn it on once a week. I take regular sit downs and gently potter. Ironing is a thing of the past. If you take things out of the dryer and hang them up the creases drop out. Shopping can be delivered or sometimes a friend will get me things. I cook daily, whilst sitting down resting I prepare vegetables enough for two days. My slow cooker is used almost daily I always cook for 4 and freeze 3 portions for really bad days. I have a full range of implements for the disabled things designed to make life easier which I use.
The biggest thing is to accept what you can't do, and try to find an easier way to do things. Don't feel guilty about sitting down. Accept any help that people offer. If people come and visit and mention the dust - give them a duster!