Hello,
I just spent hours cleaning up my middle sisters closet. Let me paint a picture of what it looked like, clothing all over the floor, boxes with nothing in it just sitting atop a shelf. My sister comes home and starts crying.... Keep in mind I don't get paid to clean anybody's room but I still do it. I cleaned my older sisters room too.. Middle (17) Oldest (23) I am only 12.. Right after I cleaned her room and her DIRTY CLOSET she says, " I was GOING TO DO IT THIS WEEKAND" keep that in mind. shes a freaking dog walker making 200 dollars each week and she cant give me at least 20 bucks for cleaning a room that looks like a PIG slept in it? Oh and, after I cleaned the closet all nice and stuff.. SHE RUINED IT AGAIN! I SPENT HALF OF MY DAY (4 hours) CLEANING HER ROOM!!
What should I do?
It sounds like you put a lot of effort into cleaning your sister's room and closet, and it's understandable that you feel frustrated by her reaction and subsequent mess. Here are a few suggestions on what you can do:
1. Communicate your feelings: Talk to your sister calmly and express how you feel about spending your time cleaning her room and not receiving any appreciation or compensation for it. Let her know that it's important for you to feel acknowledged for your efforts.
2. Set boundaries: You can establish boundaries by letting your sister know that you're not obligated to clean her room and that you have your own responsibilities and priorities to tend to, such as schoolwork or hobbies. Encourage her to take responsibility for her own space.
3. Seek support from your parents or guardians: Have a conversation with your parents or guardians, explaining the situation and how it has affected you. They may be able to offer guidance or mediate a discussion between you and your sister to find a solution.
4. Establish a fair arrangement: If you choose to continue helping with cleaning, you can discuss a fair arrangement that could involve compensation or some other form of appreciation for your efforts. It's important to establish clear expectations and boundaries.
Remember, it's alright to say no and prioritize your own tasks and responsibilities. Taking care of yourself is important, and you should only help others when it doesn't negatively impact your own well-being.