A Meditation On Cleaning

First consider the why
what is the benefit
health, certainly
as germs and dust can gather
but more fruitful
is the satisfaction
of action being taken
with tangible result
and the feeling of ease
provided by an ordered environment.
Once considered
there is the scarcity of time
and perhaps the absence of motivation
do not be discouraged.
Set aside time each week or each month
to give to this task
then follow through
to whatever degree possible
and there will be satisfaction
in any accomplishment
regardless of size or scale.
Repeat.
Over time this will become routine
a discipline, and will no longer be a chore.
Once established
there will be an increased sense of peace
when entering and existing in
the ordered space.
Cleaning may never become a pleasure
but it need not be a perpetual concern.