Just thought i'd pass this on, I got it from a golf widow, with the subject..
YES YES YES
By Bob...a reasonable guy
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 to 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 ageing 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 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 lawn. 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 ageing 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 September 27th. The police report says that he was found with a Calloway
extra long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver golf club rammed up his arse, 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 defence
that he accidentally sat down on it.
YES YES YES
By Bob...a reasonable guy
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 to 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 ageing 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 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 lawn. 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 ageing 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 September 27th. The police report says that he was found with a Calloway
extra long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver golf club rammed up his arse, 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 defence
that he accidentally sat down on it.
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