#domestic obedience
The Complete Guide to Becoming The Perfect Submissive Housewife, Section 1: Roles & Responsibilities, Sub Section A:
~ House Keeping ~
The state of the home is a reflection of one’s cability to keep tidy and organized. Any stupid girl can clean, but proficient Housewifes elevate these simple tasks into the art of House Keeping and be able to find joy and take pride in their work, given enough time. Starting the journey of Perfect Obedience here will be a good test for one’s skill sets as well as physical and mental capabilities, while also being an opportunity to refine them. Remember, House Keeping is a daily chore that falls soley onto your shoulders as Housewife. That means no asking for help, no slacking off, and by absolute no means can something be pushed off until tomorrow of there is time today to do it. House Keeping is not rocket science, and there should be no excuse not to excel in the most straightforward tasks that any simpleton or trained monkey can do.
Keep in mind that different homes require different levels of upkeep. Review the list below and tailor it to your current living situation.
Laundry - Organize all laundry into 3 categories; darks, colors, & whites. Different clothing requires specific settings for both washing and drying cycles. Read the tags, and learn what care is needed for everyone’s wardrobe. Stains should be given special care and attention. Use detergent that does not only clean the laundry, but also gives it a fresh smelling aroma as well. Any and all dry cleaning should be taken to a professional.
Clean laundry should be folded and put away shortly coming out of the dryer to best prevent wrinkles. Put away clothing organizing it by both season and color, this includes everything from the closet to the sock drawer. If someone has to “where their blue blazer is?” you’re doing something wrong.
Ironing - Clothing should be ironed each morning for any Domestic Superiors before they leave the home. Fresh clothing should have fine, crisp lines showing no wrinkles. Ensure to finishing ironing other’s clothing before starting your own. Also take time to inspect where you are ironing. Is there a loose thread? A missing button? A tear? If so, set it aside and later take out a sewing kit and fix it.
Bed Making - Beds should be stripped and applied with fresh linens on an as needed basis, never going longer than a few days. Beds should be made every morning, sheets tucked, pillows fluffed, and perfectly straight. Was there any fucking going on last night? Change them. Domestic Superiors do not want to fuck or sleep on dirty sheets.
Sweeping & Mopping - Hardwood and tile floors should be constantly monitored; being swept then mopped almost daily with a focus on heavier trafficked areas. Bulky vacuums are discouraged on hardwoods to prevent scuffing, and felt pads should be applied to the bottom of chairs and other furniture to avoid scratches. Once a month furniture should be moved to allow access underneath to give the flooring a deep clean.
Vacuuming - Carpets and rugs should be constantly monitored; being vaccumed almost daily, more so if there are pets in the home. Vacuuming is a noisy activity that should be done at mid-day or when it is less disruptive to others in or around the home. Once a month furniture should be moved to allow access underneath to give the flooring a deep clean.
Dusting - Any and all surfaces should be dusted every other day to prevent the collection of dust, hair, and other particles. Also include picture frame glass, TV & computer monitors, and overhead fan blades as part of your dusting routine.
Practice keeping your eyes focused on floors, corners, and surfaces to keep aware of which areas are in need of attention. Try to avoid the shame of “Um, you missed a spot!” when you should be the one on top of such things. If such an instance ever does arise, dont pout like a scolded puppy; Nod your head, apologize, say “Yes Sir!”or“Yes Miss!” and your fucking job.
Window Washing - Windows should be washed every two weeks to allow for clear, natural sunshine to illuminate the home. Finger and hand prints are eye sores, and should be removed whenever discovered on a glass or reflective surface. Again, think about picture frames, TV monitors, glass tables, and the like.
Dish Washing - Despite modern technology, hand washing dishes is the preferred method when it comes to cleaning and care for your cookware, fine plates, glasses, and silverware. Hand washing should be done with rubber gloves to prevent wrinkles hands and chipped nail polish. Dishes should be dried with a towel and then left to be air dried to avoid water spots. Dishes should also be put away the same day they are washed. Dish washing is a daily battle, and should be handled after mealtimes to avoid needing a dirty dish sitting in the sink at dinner time.
Bathroom Care - There is perhaps no other room in the house that requires more attention and extensive cleaning than the bathroom. Toilets require ample scrubbing, and should always hold the appearance of being fresh and unused with bathroom tissue well stocked and in reach. Roll up your sleeves, scrub the bowl, and make it sparkle. Sink counters should be cleaned, void of hair and organized with fresh scented hand soap and hand towels. Tile flooring should also have a deep cleaning once a week to fight nasty build up. The same principles should be applied to tubs and showers, with fresh towls hung daily. Medicine cabinets should be well kept stocked while also holding first aid supplies to be used as needed.
It should also go without saying, but the bathrooms should have their out set of cleaning supplies such as scrubs and gloves and replaced twice as often.
Garages, Basements, & Attics - If your home happens to have any of these spaces, it is your job to ensure that they do not feel neglected or ignored in comparison to other areas of the house. They should be orderly, kept very organized, with bright lighting through out. Pantries and Lininen Closets should hold the same principles. Even tight and low ceiling spaces should not appear cluttered.
Car Washing - Housekeeping duties such as cleaning, dusting, organizing, and everything else mentioned above should also extend to every vehicle that is use by someone in the home. The car, truck, or van should be a place that’s clean, comfortable, and cared for. Wash and wax vehicles as necessary. Ice and snow removal is your responsibility on winter mornings, and don’t forget to turn the heat on to help it warm up. Really want to impress your Domestic Superioes? Perform oil changes, check the levels of transmission and wiper fluids to add or change when necessary. Rotate tires every 6 months. There is no reason why a Housewife cannot learn or perform basic preventative maintainence that any apprentice mechanic and do.
Preventative Maintainence - A home takes wear and tear just like a car does. It is used everyday, and it is the responsibility of the Housewife to keep the home operational. Changing light bulbs, fighting leaky faucets, lubricating squeaky doors and handles are just some of the small examples that fall under preventative maintence of the home. Not to mention all the fighting against carpet stains, floor scuffs, wall marks and other eye sores that happen through time. A successful Housewife can combat all these things to keep the home from falling into disrepair.
Curbside Appeal - A proper dwelling must appear tidy both inside and out. As Housewife, you must understand that the exterior of your home requires just as much care and attention as the rooms inside do. Porches should be kept clean, well lit, and swept often. Lawns should be green, cut, and void of weeds, leaves, and other eyesore. Driveways and walkways need to also stay clear, of both clutter and oil stains. Clearing of these areas is also the duty of the Housewife when there is any amount of snow. Trash and recycling bins should appear clean, and kept in an area that is not noticeable from the street, if it can be avoided, with the exception of trashday; where it is of course the responsibility of the Housewife to take out and bring in the bins, rubbish, and recycling.
Gardening - During the spring and summer months, the exterior of the home should be vibrant with well maintained plants and flowers. Brushes and trees should be kept trimmed. Perhaps most importantly, a vegetable garden should be kept somewhere on the property. Nurturing a vegetable garden is a good opportunity for a Housewife to show off their green thumb and later their culinary skills in the kitchen. All exterior areas should be watered daily, and will help make the home appear lively and well groomed.
Through much effort and practice, finding the right routine will make the housework a breeze. In time you’ll become quicker and more efficient at what needs to be done, creating valuable time to focus on other, more rigorous tasks.
