New Delhi: Mohan Pargaien, a retired Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, recently took social media by storm after sharing a handwritten grocery shopping guide from his wife. The detailed list, which went viral on X (formerly Twitter), contained specific instructions on how to select vegetables, complete with brand names, quantities, and helpful tips on choosing the freshest produce.Wifes organizational skillsThe guide broke down everything: from picking tomatoes with a perfect mix of yellow and red, ensuring no holes or looseness, to selecting medium-sized potatoes free from the dreaded green eyes. Each vegetable came with its own set of rules, like fenugreek (methi), which required compact growth and spotless leaves. Some items, such as chilies, spinach, and onions, even featured hand-drawn illustrations to aid in the decision-making process.While going for market for vegetables my wife shared with me this👇 stating that you can use this as a guide 🤔🤔😃 pic.twitter.com/aJv40GC6Vj— Mohan Pargaien IFS🇮🇳 (@pargaien) September 13, 2024Pargaien captioned the post, While going to the market for vegetables, my wife shared this guide with me, stating that I could use it as a reference. The hilarious and meticulous guide quickly captured the internets attention, drawing praise for the officers wifes organizational skills and playful micromanaging.Household tasks as a source of creativitySocial media users found the detailed grocery shopping guide both amusing and impressive. One user humorously acknowledged the level of effort and meticulousness involved, commenting, The effort and detail put into this guide is incredible. Hats off! But its scary for the husband, as theres no room for error. This sentiment resonated with many, highlighting the lighthearted pressure a spouse might feel when given such precise instructions.The viral post has resonated with many, showcasing how the simplest household tasks can often be the source of much amusement and creativity.
