Hi my lovely family of #ladiesofhive and welcome to my blog, am happy to be participating on this week prompt #262
"How things are structured in my household "
While growing up, I used to think that house chores were strictly a woman’s duty. Because I saw my mother do almost everything:cleaning, cooking, caring for the children, and even looking after our aged relatives, it was only when we became of age that we do help out somtimes, but my father only knows how to provide finances, when it came to housework, that was “women’s work.” he can't even wash his own clothes 🤷 and For a long time, I believed that’s just how homes were meant to be.
But things changed for me when I got married. My home isn’t a traditional one where the woman is expected to handle every single chore while the man sits back. No, we built our own pattern,one based on teamwork,care, love ,understanding, and mutual respect.
Of course, I still do a lot around the house. I cook most of our meals, do the cleaning, wash clothes, and make sure everything is in order. It’s not always easy, but I find joy in keeping my home clean and comfortable. There’s something fulfilling about seeing everything neat and knowing my family feels relaxed and happy.
But what truly makes me grateful is that my husband isn’t the type to leave everything to me. He assists me a lot, and I honestly appreciate that. There are days when I come home tired, only to find that he’s already swept the floor, arrange the house or washed the dishes or even do laundry infact he loves doing laundry, yes he does not like cooking not that he doesn't know how to but he just does not like doing it but when there no other option he cooks. Sometimes,he do assist me in preparing things I will need for cooking and it's always fun because we m laugh, tease each other , and always looking for something to test as we go. Those little moments turn ordinary chores into sweet memories.
During weekends, or anytime he is off from work he helps even more. Whether it’s cleaning, doing laundry, or helping me to get things from the market, he’s always willing to lend a hand. And when I’m overwhelmed or tired, he notices without me saying a word. That kind of partnership makes the biggest difference, it reminds me that marriage is not about who does more, but about walking side by side to make our family work.
We takes care of the financial responsibilities in the home together, although he does most of it,which I deeply appreciate. But beyond money, what I value most is his effort to be involved. It shows love, care, and a deep understanding that building a peaceful home takes two people who understands each other and work together, not one person doing it all.
So yes, my home might not be a traditional one, and I’m proud of that. We don’t follow strict gender roles. Instead, we choose what works for us. I believe that’s what makes our home peaceful, a shared effort, shared laughter, and shared love.
At the end of the day, it’s not about who cleans or who cooks more or even who supports more financially. It’s about knowing that we’re both trying, both contributing, and both loving and appreciating each other efforts. That’s what keeps our home happy, warm, and filled with love. ❤️
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