I love to bathe. The feeling and smell of a fresh, clean, soaped body really turns me on hence, if I could bathe 10 times a day, I would because it really makes me feel good. I love how the streams of water jet down and massage my shoulders and run down my body, cleases me and washes away the days grime and grit.
*Like so story storybook style eh?*
Anyway, my point is, at any given time, I would definitely choose a shower over a soak in the bath. A hot shower that is, cold showers are reserved for hot, humid days which there aren’t many of these days. I’m not sure why a lot of people make a big deal about having a soak in the bath because to me, what’s so great about wallowing and soaking yourself in your own filth??? Some even soak in the bath for hours on end - yuck!!!
That said, I will admit that the ‘thought’ of soaking oneself in a tub of steam, hot water laced with fragrant oil certainly sounds very good but it still, cannot la!!! I would still turn to hot jets of water down my achy joints. As a matter of fact, since we moved in, I have not used the bathtub yet. Even in the hotels, I hardly ever use the tub, in fact, I think I spend more time in the swimming pool than in the tub! 
On the opposite pole is Ted who LOVES his baths and if he could have a soak 3 times a day everyday, he would! But we are not wasteful people seeing that water IS liquid gold no matter where you live, but more so in Australia at the moment. Water conservation is a big issue and everyone should save water where and when we can, hence, soaking in the bath is a luxury. I normally offer to run him a bath because he comes home late sometimes and a hot bath does help him unwind PLUS, my man deserves it.
So are you a soaker or a shower person?
by howshouse, on July 9 2008 @ 2:48 pm
showers are most practical really. and yes, a more thorough way to cleanse yourself. many modern homes these days do not come with tubs because of the large area footprint it takes up.
also, in today’s fast paced world, many of us do not have the luxury of time to indulge in a long bath.
however, bathtubs have always been linked to luxury- rich homes almost always have a bath in place. and of course, what better way to unwind after a long day than to have a 2 hr bath, champagne/wine in hand, music in background. very cliche, but it works for many!
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by Vien, on July 9 2008 @ 5:27 pm
Definitely a shower kinda person. I used to take baths when I feel achy..but I would shower first..then soak myself in the bathtub.
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by Yvy @ Sweetest Sin, on July 10 2008 @ 9:44 pm
vien - hehehe - i got kaki!
u know, makes me wonder if i should like do a poll to see if it’s an asian kind of thing….who knows eh?
howshouse - but still, soaking in ur own filth right?
anyway, it was a personal opinion n what u mention does makes sense. however, over here, it’s quite common for homes to have a bath. 