Wife gets 'revenge' on husband after he calls her a slacker!
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Picture this: you're a hardworking wife (or husband) who juggles running a business and taking care of your home, only for your partner to claim that you 'do nothing' around the house. The nerve!
That's precisely what happened to Lindsay Donnelly, a busy wife from Australia; but her response was nothing short of genius.
Ms Donnelly, who runs a successful community marketing business, took to social media after her husband made a rather unfair and off-hand remark about her housekeeping efforts.
Like a true champion, Lindsay decided to show her husband just what 'doing nothing' really looks like.
So what did she do? For two whole days, she stepped back from her usual cleaning routine and let the house chores pile up. Dishes were stacked in the sink, laundry cluttered the floor, and rubbish remained on the countertops, creating quite the spectacle.
Then, to top it off, she left for a much-deserved girls' trip while the house was in disarray.
Lindsay's husband quickly regretted his words after witnessing the chaos left behind, realising just how valuable his wife's contributions were to their home. Unable to ignore his error, he promptly apologised.
However, by this time, Ms Donnelly's social media post had gone viral, prompting a whirlwind reaction from millions who lashed out at his behaviour. Thousands of social media users empathised with Lindsay's plight, with some admitting they would leave their spouse if they were put in her situation.
One woman commented, 'This same thing happened to me. Filed for divorce yesterday,' while another added, 'It breaks my heart that beautiful, strong women get treated so poorly.'
Others revealed their creative methods to make their point to an unappreciative partner. A social media user suggested, 'I did the opposite and texted him a picture every time I did something. After two days, he got the idea. Go, girl.'
Subsequently, Lindsay addressed the overwhelmingly fiery response to her post and clarified that her husband is usually very sweet, actively cooking her regular vegetarian meals and helping with daily cleaning tasks.
In a follow-up post, the couple addressed the viral reaction to the story. They admitted to being genuinely surprised by the response and were able to see the funny side of it.
Ultimately, Ms Donnelly's approach to her husband's misguided claim became a powerful reminder for couples everywhere to appreciate the daily efforts of their partners – an important lesson for all generations.
The division of household labour: studies and statistics
It's no secret that the division of household labour has always been a hot topic of debate for couples around the world.
The Australian Institute of Family Studies conducted a survey showing that Australian women, on average, spend over twice as much time doing unpaid housework and childcare as men. That's a whopping 60% more time dedicated to keeping the home in shipshape and looking after the little ones!
Not only are women largely tackling tasks like cooking, cleaning, and ironing, but they're also more likely to manage the family's well-being and social calendars.
One study led by a group of researchers from Griffith University, Melbourne, discovered that women spent up to four times more time on the so-called 'invisible labour', which is organising family life and making sure things run smoothly, compared to their male counterparts.
But it's not all doom and gloom for the ladies. Another study from the International Journal of Ageing and Human Development found that with age comes wisdom – particularly when it comes to dividing household labour more equitably.
As couples pass the 60-year-old threshold, they tend to take on an equal share of tasks, with researchers crediting a retirement-induced shift in daily responsibilities.
However, there's still much room for improvement. In these modern times, it's essential to strive for a balance where both parties—regardless of their age and stage in life—feel valued and equally responsible for maintaining their lovely homes. After all, a clean and organised space makes for a happier, healthier environment for everyone involved.
Members, we'd love to hear if you've ever had a similar experience or come up with a creative way of getting your message across. Do share your stories in the comments below!
That's precisely what happened to Lindsay Donnelly, a busy wife from Australia; but her response was nothing short of genius.
Ms Donnelly, who runs a successful community marketing business, took to social media after her husband made a rather unfair and off-hand remark about her housekeeping efforts.
Like a true champion, Lindsay decided to show her husband just what 'doing nothing' really looks like.
An Aussie woman documented her 'revenge' against her husband after he accused her of 'doing nothing' around the house. Credit: TikTok/lindsaydonnelly2.
So what did she do? For two whole days, she stepped back from her usual cleaning routine and let the house chores pile up. Dishes were stacked in the sink, laundry cluttered the floor, and rubbish remained on the countertops, creating quite the spectacle.
Then, to top it off, she left for a much-deserved girls' trip while the house was in disarray.
Lindsay's husband quickly regretted his words after witnessing the chaos left behind, realising just how valuable his wife's contributions were to their home. Unable to ignore his error, he promptly apologised.
However, by this time, Ms Donnelly's social media post had gone viral, prompting a whirlwind reaction from millions who lashed out at his behaviour. Thousands of social media users empathised with Lindsay's plight, with some admitting they would leave their spouse if they were put in her situation.
One woman commented, 'This same thing happened to me. Filed for divorce yesterday,' while another added, 'It breaks my heart that beautiful, strong women get treated so poorly.'
Others revealed their creative methods to make their point to an unappreciative partner. A social media user suggested, 'I did the opposite and texted him a picture every time I did something. After two days, he got the idea. Go, girl.'
Subsequently, Lindsay addressed the overwhelmingly fiery response to her post and clarified that her husband is usually very sweet, actively cooking her regular vegetarian meals and helping with daily cleaning tasks.
In a follow-up post, the couple addressed the viral reaction to the story. They admitted to being genuinely surprised by the response and were able to see the funny side of it.
Ultimately, Ms Donnelly's approach to her husband's misguided claim became a powerful reminder for couples everywhere to appreciate the daily efforts of their partners – an important lesson for all generations.
The division of household labour: studies and statistics
It's no secret that the division of household labour has always been a hot topic of debate for couples around the world.
The Australian Institute of Family Studies conducted a survey showing that Australian women, on average, spend over twice as much time doing unpaid housework and childcare as men. That's a whopping 60% more time dedicated to keeping the home in shipshape and looking after the little ones!
Not only are women largely tackling tasks like cooking, cleaning, and ironing, but they're also more likely to manage the family's well-being and social calendars.
One study led by a group of researchers from Griffith University, Melbourne, discovered that women spent up to four times more time on the so-called 'invisible labour', which is organising family life and making sure things run smoothly, compared to their male counterparts.
Unpaid labour includes domestic chores such as cleaning, repairs, preparing meals, but also caring for children. Credit: Unsplash/Soroush Karimi.
But it's not all doom and gloom for the ladies. Another study from the International Journal of Ageing and Human Development found that with age comes wisdom – particularly when it comes to dividing household labour more equitably.
As couples pass the 60-year-old threshold, they tend to take on an equal share of tasks, with researchers crediting a retirement-induced shift in daily responsibilities.
However, there's still much room for improvement. In these modern times, it's essential to strive for a balance where both parties—regardless of their age and stage in life—feel valued and equally responsible for maintaining their lovely homes. After all, a clean and organised space makes for a happier, healthier environment for everyone involved.
Members, we'd love to hear if you've ever had a similar experience or come up with a creative way of getting your message across. Do share your stories in the comments below!
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