I’ve stopped going barefoot in my kitchen. Too many crumbs. Too many things to do to do anything about the crumbs. My eyes and my time are directed at the computer. Click, click, click. Crumbs on my feet.
I can hear the kids downstairs with their vroom vroom noises. Wait? Is that an “I’m hurt” cry? No, not this time. I’m relieved, yes that the cry isn’t one I need to run to, but I’m relieved they are occupied without me. Without the TV. It makes me feel less guilty. They’re playing, old fashioned, get on the floor, run trucks back and forth against the carpet playing.
It’s just a matter of time, I know it is, before I hear their step, step, steps up the stairs. Click, get a glass of milk, click, click, break up a fight, click, “I’m sorry Carson, will you tell me that again, I didn’t hear what you said the first time?” He knows better. He knows about the crumbs. They stick to his feet, too.
I wonder where the broom is?
Oh, THIS is what Just Write is all about — I love these little glimpses into your world.
-Ellie
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Oh, you live my life. I just bought Missoni socks at Target for the purpose of kitchen wearing. My flip flops are too sticky or crunchy with the crumbs. With socks it’s less noticeable. So nice to know I am not alone in this crazy rationale.
Steph
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So glad to know that I am not the only one with the floor crumbs. I could be sweeping right now, but no, they will still be there later….
I have crumbs on my floor too, and not enough time to find the broom. I love it. So simple. so completely under every mother’s feet.
Kate´s last [type] ..Arsenic Hour
I actually laughed after I read your first 2 sentences! There are so many crumbs on my kitchen floor too! ACK! Good thing Fall is on the way so I can wear my slippers again soon…
Elaine´s last [type] ..Leftovers
If I’m not working, I’m with my kids. If I’m not with my kids, I’m waiting for them at some kind of practice. If I’m not doing either of those things–I’m sweeping the floor. I’m like Sisyphus and the rock with those floors–I keep trying. Because I’m brave. And have OCD issues with my feet being clean.
Team Suzanne´s last [type] ..The things I’m cutting out of my day
I have crumbs on my floor too, my older daughter she is the one who help me sweap the floor. my kids were so hyper active.
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I love these “Just Write” moments! And, yes, SO many crumbs…thank goodness for my dog.
Pam´s last [type] ..Just One of the Boys
I like these little writing exercises. And yes, I have crumbs in my toes right now. I SO relate, to the click, click, click too!
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Ah yes, so many crumbs. For me its crumbs and dog hair. How does the dog shed so much? How?
Marta´s last [type] ..If I Didn’t Work
Oh yes I can relate to that.. There are days when the reason for me not to walk barefoot is Lego on the floor. And Lego hurts even more than crumbs.
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