07/04/11

Wash Wash Washin Dishes

Washing dishes is a mental and physical challenge for me. I don't mind it much, but it is hard work which does require a certain level of commitment. Washing is an imperative task that keeps the kitchen running and at CityTree, there are clear guidelines and responsibilities for washing dishes. One example is the responsibility of checking under the sink to confirm the bucket is not yet full.

Let me explain further. CityTree plumbing is unique. The center uses a bucket system which makes it possible to capture and then recycle the kitchen sink water to flush the toilet. They also teach a technique for washing which uses two washing bowls- one for scrubbing and one for rinsing. The two bowl system helps minimize water use by scrubbing several dishes at once then holding them in the first bowl while the second bowl is used for rinsing. The flowing water collected from rinsing is then used to moisten the next group of dishes for scrubbing. Scrub scrub scrub… rinse rinse. Repeat. Thank you for reading my leaf and hope you have a great day! Best regards, Laura