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Random Thoughts I Have While Sweeping

Money, poems, and prostitution

Sep 12, 2023
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a person using a vacuum to clean a carpet
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Vacuuming is a chore I don’t despise. It requires physical effort, and it’s loud, which means it drowns out the kids yelling, whining, or asking for their 67th snack of the morning. It’s also too loud to listen to a podcast or audiobook, so I am left with my thoughts. Being constantly distracted by this item that needs p…

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