I avoid going to my DM's house because it is quite repulsive. She's 78 and has has mental health problems for years, more acutely since my DF died 22 years ago. I had to go there today as she needs a new washing machine and I needed to help her order it online. I think I'd kidded myself that the house wasn't too bad. Well I was wrong, very wrong.
There was not one seat to sit on in the lounge, everywhere is just piled with stuff. The kitchen work surfaces are covered, she has a tiny chopping board sized area to prepare food. And the whole place of just filthy. I'm embarrassed for her. I said she'll need to clean before the new machine is delivered, but she doesn't seem concerned at all.
How on earth do I get her to clean and get rid of stuff? It cannot be healthy to live like that? My DB is coming to stay in a month or so - he lives 200 miles away - but I'm not even sure where to start. It's so upsetting as it's a lovely little cottage and my DF would be so sad to see it like this.
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KikoMiko · 15/04/2021 14:50
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