The Mess and Me

 Cleaning my room has never been my forte. Back home, I always relied on my family to help me tidy up the mess. But now, as a college student living in the hall, I found myself facing the daunting task of cleaning my room all by myself for the first time. It's not that I don't clean them, it's that I should vacate the current room. So I should clean it entirely not leaving a thing behind. 

As I stood in the doorway, surveying the chaos that awaited me, I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed. Clothes were strewn across the floor, textbooks piled haphazardly on the desk, and dust had settled on every surface. It was clear that my room had become a breeding ground for disorder during these last few weeks.

Taking a deep breath, I rolled up my sleeves and began the arduous task of sorting through the mess. I started by gathering up the dirty laundry and tossing it into the hamper.

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As I worked, I couldn't help but marvel at the amount of stuff I had accumulated in such a short amount of time. There were books I had forgotten I owned, papers from past assignments that had somehow found their way onto the floor, and random knick-knacks that I had picked up along the way. It was a reminder of just how quickly clutter can accumulate if left unchecked.

Despite my initial reluctance, I found myself getting into a rhythm as I cleaned. With each item I picked up and put away, I felt a sense of accomplishment wash over me. It was satisfying to see my room slowly transform from a chaotic mess into a tidy, organized space.

Of course, there were moments of frustration along the way. I struggled to find a place for everything, and there were times when it felt like no matter how much I cleaned, there was always more to be done.

Looking back on my first solo room cleaning experience, I realized that it wasn't just about tidying up my physical space. It may have been tiring and challenging at times, but it was also a valuable learning experience that taught me the importance of responsibility and self-reliance. "Mom! Finally your daughter is a grown up."