You Are Appreciated: The Rarity of a Clean Public Restroom

February 22, 2025

Public restrooms are one of life’s unavoidable experiences. Whether you’re at a gas station off the highway, a fast-food joint, or even a high-end shopping mall, you’ll eventually have to venture into the abyss. And let’s be real—most of them smell like open ass.

It’s almost as if there’s an unspoken agreement that public restrooms are meant to be disgusting. The scent of bodily functions lingers in the air like an unwanted guest, the floors are often sticky for reasons unknown, and there’s always that one stall with a toilet seat that looks like it barely survived an apocalypse. It’s a universal struggle.

That’s why, when I stumble upon a genuinely clean public restroom, I feel like I’ve hit the jackpot. The level of appreciation I have for a spotless, well-maintained, odor-free bathroom is beyond words. It’s like finding an oasis in the desert, a glimmer of hope in an otherwise grim reality. A restroom that smells neutral—or dare I say, pleasant—deserves its flowers. A place where the soap dispensers actually have soap, the paper towels aren’t empty, and the toilet seats don’t look like they should be condemned? That’s a place of honor.

What’s wild is that maintaining a clean restroom isn’t rocket science. Regular cleaning, functioning ventilation, and basic courtesy from the people using it could go a long way. And yet, here we are, bracing ourselves every time we push open a stall door, preparing for the worst.

So, to the businesses, restaurants, and public spaces that prioritize keeping their restrooms clean: You are appreciated. You may not hear it enough, but those of us who truly value hygiene salute you. May your floors remain dry, your air stay fresh, and your toilets always flush properly. The world needs more of you.

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