They were a whirlwind
From the moment they rose from the table
dedication filled the kitchen
Plates were stacked rinsed
washed dried shelved
The counter gleamed,
polished with expert precision,
each swipe and shine etching
my mind with energy
A whirlwind of getting it done
no thought no hesitation
one elegant gesture of clear, wash, polish
until every crumb was gone
placemats perfectly realigned
and the kettle on for tea
Having absorbed this spectacle
I marvelled
not ruffled by recalling the dishwasher,
(my total wash/dry perception an exaggeration)
it was the speed and polish that rebooted my system.
~
©️2018 Ontheland
Ontheland 
This reminds me of sitting at my brother’s and after dinner they cleared the table in a choreographed whirlwind dance – with ease sorting the dishes into the dish washer. All whilst continuing the in-depth conversation, the music playing in the background! Lovely post, Janice, capturing the actions, the flow! Wishing you a lovely weekend! xx
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A happy weekend to you Annika! ‘Choreographed’ would fit well here…it was two sisters who I am sure have performed their miracle dance together many many times.
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It is quite amazing to see how a group of people who know each other well and work together often can perform domestic tasks so smoothly and efficiently.
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This reminds me of the family holidays when my sister and I had clean up duty – and no automatic dishwasher. Doing the glassware first, then the silverware, dishes and lastly the pots! 🙂
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