Unsoaped Essentials

Title: Unsoaped Essentials

In the realm of household chores, we find,
Items that were never meant to be confined,
Away from suds that oftentimes deceive,
Leaving remnants of soap that never leave.

First, delicate garments proudly worn,
Lace and silk, to be handled with care so sworn,
Soap may unravel those threads so fine,
Forcing dainty fabrics to slowly decline.

Wooden cutting boards, a chef’s trusted tool,
Endure slicing, dicing, challenges cruel,
But soap can seep, creating a bitter taste,
Untreated and unwashed, it’s flavors embraced.

Next up, cast iron pans with a seasoned shell,
Soap upon them would surely cast a spell,
Stripping their seasoned layers, their stories lost,
Flavors diminished, at a great culinary cost.

Shapely wine glasses, sparkling with grace,
Soap coats them, leaving a film in its trace,
Spoiling wine’s bouquet, reducing it to less,
Diminishing the joy of that delicate finesse.

Lastly, dear pet companions enter the scene,
Soap and their fur? A disheartening routine,
Their natural oils stripped, leaving coats dry,
Love and warmth diminished, a bittersweet goodbye.

So remember, dear ones, when cleaning the home,
Some items yearn for a soapy-free zone,
Preserve their essence, their purpose and charm,
Unleash their magic, keep them safe from harm.