Rabbit1
08-31-2006, 02:03 AM
Bob's story.......................
It is important for men to remember that, as women grow older, it
becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of housekeeping as
when they were younger. When you notice this, try not to yell at them.
Some are oversensitive, and there's nothing worse than an oversensitive
woman.
My name is Bob. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my
wife, Debbie. When I took "early retirement" last year, it became
necessary for Debbie to get a full-time job along with her part time job,
both for extra income and for the health benefits that we needed.
Shortly after she started working, I noticed she was beginning to show her
age. I usually get home from the golf course about the same time she gets
home from work.
Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says she has
rest for half an hour or so before she starts dinner. I don't yell at her.
Instead, I tell her to take her time and just wake me when she gets
dinner on the table. I generally have lunch in the Men's Grill at the club
so eating out is not reasonable. I'm ready for some home cooked grub when
I hit that door.
She used to do the dishes as soon as we finished eating. But now it's
not unusual for them to sit on the table for several hours after dinner.
I do what I can by diplomatically reminding her several times each
evening that they won't clean themselves. I know she really appreciates this,
as it does seem to motivate her to get them done before she goes to bed.
Another symptom of aging is complaining, I think. For example she
will say that it is difficult for her to find time to pay the monthly bills
during her lunch hour. But, boys, we take 'em for better or worse, so I
just smile and offer encouragement. I tell her to stretch it out over two
or even three days. That way she won't have to rush so much. I also
remind her that missing lunch completely now and then wouldn't hurt her
any (if you know what I mean). I like to think tact is one of my strong points.
When doing simple jobs, she seems to think she needs more rest
periods. She had to take a break when she was only half finished mowing
the yard. I try not to make a scene. I'm a fair man. I tell her to fix
herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly squeezed lemonade and just sit
for a while. And, as long as she is making one for herself, she may as
well make one for me too.
I know that I probably look like a saint in the way I support Debbie.
I'm not saying that showing this much consideration is easy. Many men
will find it difficult. Some will find it impossible! Nobody knows better
than I do how frustrating women get as they get older. However, guys, even
if you just use a little more tact and less criticism of your aging wife
because of this article, I will consider that writing it was well
worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other.
Signed,
Bob
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EDITOR'S NOTE: Bob died suddenly on May 27th. The police report
says that he was found with a Calloway extra long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver II
golf club rammed up his a--, with only 2 inches of grip showing. His
wife, Debbie, was arrested and charged with murder; however, the all woman
jury found her Not Guilty, accepting her defense that he accidentally sat
down on it. :D
It is important for men to remember that, as women grow older, it
becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of housekeeping as
when they were younger. When you notice this, try not to yell at them.
Some are oversensitive, and there's nothing worse than an oversensitive
woman.
My name is Bob. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my
wife, Debbie. When I took "early retirement" last year, it became
necessary for Debbie to get a full-time job along with her part time job,
both for extra income and for the health benefits that we needed.
Shortly after she started working, I noticed she was beginning to show her
age. I usually get home from the golf course about the same time she gets
home from work.
Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says she has
rest for half an hour or so before she starts dinner. I don't yell at her.
Instead, I tell her to take her time and just wake me when she gets
dinner on the table. I generally have lunch in the Men's Grill at the club
so eating out is not reasonable. I'm ready for some home cooked grub when
I hit that door.
She used to do the dishes as soon as we finished eating. But now it's
not unusual for them to sit on the table for several hours after dinner.
I do what I can by diplomatically reminding her several times each
evening that they won't clean themselves. I know she really appreciates this,
as it does seem to motivate her to get them done before she goes to bed.
Another symptom of aging is complaining, I think. For example she
will say that it is difficult for her to find time to pay the monthly bills
during her lunch hour. But, boys, we take 'em for better or worse, so I
just smile and offer encouragement. I tell her to stretch it out over two
or even three days. That way she won't have to rush so much. I also
remind her that missing lunch completely now and then wouldn't hurt her
any (if you know what I mean). I like to think tact is one of my strong points.
When doing simple jobs, she seems to think she needs more rest
periods. She had to take a break when she was only half finished mowing
the yard. I try not to make a scene. I'm a fair man. I tell her to fix
herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly squeezed lemonade and just sit
for a while. And, as long as she is making one for herself, she may as
well make one for me too.
I know that I probably look like a saint in the way I support Debbie.
I'm not saying that showing this much consideration is easy. Many men
will find it difficult. Some will find it impossible! Nobody knows better
than I do how frustrating women get as they get older. However, guys, even
if you just use a little more tact and less criticism of your aging wife
because of this article, I will consider that writing it was well
worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other.
Signed,
Bob
---------------------
EDITOR'S NOTE: Bob died suddenly on May 27th. The police report
says that he was found with a Calloway extra long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver II
golf club rammed up his a--, with only 2 inches of grip showing. His
wife, Debbie, was arrested and charged with murder; however, the all woman
jury found her Not Guilty, accepting her defense that he accidentally sat
down on it. :D