Don't ask the woman in your life where your hammer, screwdriver, pliers, or any DIY tool is.
She would not have used it to make a hearty soup or stew, would she?
However, beware, should she find it lying right in front of your eyes, as often is the case, you could very well end up in the casualty ward!
Therefore, if you want to know what is good for you - store the DIY tools in your workshop!
Same rule applies to lost car keys, spectacles, cellphones, wallets, jackets, and so forth.
It may just be hiding behind or underneath something.
As it's all inanimate objects, they do not have the ability to jump into your hands and say "here am I". Lift those blinkers and look PROPERLY!
The Kitchen
Midnight snacking - do NOT put that empty container back into the refrigerator, it simply does not make any sense.
Likewise - refill the ice tray and water dispenser; how do you expect to have ice the next time you pour yourself a drink? Similarly
Refill the kettle.
Replace the milk if it's running low; the same rule applies to the sugar bowl, the butter dish, and...and...and... I think you get the gist - if you empty it, refill it!
If you promised to do the dishes, and she finds them in the sink at bedtime, you for sure ain't gona get lucky, the cold shoulder will be your bed partner!
Do not leave packets of crisps or crackers open - you know they become soggy AND you very well know where the storage containers are - at eye level inside the pantry cupboard so you cannot miss them! .
The Bathroom
No splashing in the loo, and seat down when you're done.
Do not leave an empty toilet roll, replace it...correctly...the paper is to hang over the top!
Same rule applies with toothpaste; if you empty it, refill it!
Should your woman forget to refill it - no whining 'love, there's no toothpaste.' You know very well where it's kept, you placed it in the cupboard after all!
No wet floor after using the bathroom - that's what the bathroom floor mat is for.
Please shave daily - no woman appreciates a kiss accompanied by sandpaper. There's a difference between stubble and a beard!
This brings up another rule - a beard is a good receptacle for food particles; keep it free of any droppings.
Laundry
Empty your pockets - coins, screws, and other metal objects will have you buying a new washing machine!
Do not leave your clothes inside out, especially those smelly socks.
If you do not know how to sew on buttons or fix hems, tell her nicely and she will gladly demonstrate so you know how to DIY next time.
No whining if you're in a hurry and your favourite shirt has a button missing, she does not have time to go over your laundry with a fine-tooth comb!
How to be Attentive
Start the day on a good foot - coffee & a rusk, followed by breakfast in bed, will do wonders for your relationship.
No road rage when she's the passenger; when the roles are reversed and she's behind the wheel. no backseat driving or there will be rage of another kind!
Don't fret and fume work issues - leave them where they belong.
Change from the sports channel to one of her favourites when she joins you.
Have her favourite music playing in the background when she gets home.
Pour her a drink and massage those tense shoulders.
Surprise her with a delicious dinner, preferably homecooked - her favourite take-out will also do the trick.
Run her a hot bubble bath.
Turn on the electric blanket while she's soaking in the bath, and have a hot toddy on her bedside pedestal.
Last, but not least...
No procrastinating with DIY jobs. When she says now, that's what she means
Now that you know, follow these rules guidelines, and you will always have a happy woman at your side!
