Had this on my Email the other day I think it is what we men should all do!!!!
JUST DON'T SHOW THIS TO YOUR WOMEN
It is important for men to remember that as women grow older
it becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of
housekeeping they did when they were younger.
When men notice this, they should try not to become upset and
yell. Expressing patience is clearly the superior option.
Let me relate how I handle the situation.
When I chucked my job and took early retirement a year ago, it
became necessary for Donna to get a full-time job both for
extra income and for health insurance benefits that we need.
She was a trained lab tech when we met some years ago
and was fortunate to land a job at the local medical center.
It was shortly after she started working at this job that I noticed
that she was beginning to show her age.
I usually get home from fishing or hunting about the same time
she gets home from work.
Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says
that she has to rest for half an hour or so before she starts
supper.
I try not to yell at her when this happens. Instead, I tell her to
take her time. I understand that she is not as young as she used
to be. I just tell her to wake me when she finally does get supper
on the table.
She used to wash and dry the dishes as soon as we finished
eating. It is now not unusual for them to sit on the table for
several hours after supper. I do what I can by reminding her
several times each evening that the dishes aren't cleaning
themselves.
I know she appreciates this, as it does seem to help her get
them done before she goes to bed.
Our washer and dryer are in the basement. When she was
younger, Donna used to be able to go up and down the stairs
all day and not get tired. Now that she is older she seems to get
tired so much more quickly. Sometimes she says she just can't
make another trip down those steps.
I don't make a big issue of this. As long as she finishes up the
laundry the next evening I am willing to overlook it. Not only
that, but unless I need something ironed to wear to the Monday's
lodge meeting or to Wednesday's or Saturday's poker club or to
Tuesday's or Thursday's bowling or something like that, I will tell
her to wait until the next evening to do the ironing.
This gives her a little more time to do some of those odds and
ends things like shampooing the dog, vacuuming, or dusting.
Also, if I have had a really good day fishing, this allows her to
gut and scale the fish at a more leisurely pace.
Donna is starting to complain a little occasionally. Not often,
mind you, but just enough for me to notice.
For example, she will say that it is difficult for her to find time
to pay the monthly bills during her lunch hour. In spite of her
complaining, I continue to try to 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.
When doing simple jobs she seems to think she needs more rest
periods than she used to have to take.
A couple of weeks ago she said she had to take a break when she
was only half finished mowing the yard. I overlook comments like
these because I realize it's just age talking.
In fact, I try to not embarrass her when she needs these little extra
rest breaks. I tell her to fix herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly
squeezed lemonade and just sit for a while. I tell her that as long
as she is making one for herself, she may as well make one for me
and take her break by the hammock so she can talk with me until I
fall asleep.
I could go on and on, but I think you know where I'm coming from.
I know that I probably look like a saint in the way I support Donna
on a daily basis. I'm not saying that the ability to show this much
consideration is easy. Many men will find it difficult. Some will find
it impossible.
No one knows better than I do how frustrating women can become
as they get older. My purpose in writing this is simply to suggest
that you make the effort.
I realize that achieving the exemplary level of showing consideration
I have attained is out of reach for the average man. However guys,
even if you just yell at your wife a little less often because of this
article, I will consider that writing it was worthwhile.
Note: This article was found next to the author's body.
The cause of death is still under investigation. Donna has moved to Hawaii and grieves quietly, and with dignity in a large spacious home with a 22 year old houseboy to help her with the chores she has such trouble with due to her age. She'll be 44 next week.
JUST DON'T SHOW THIS TO YOUR WOMEN
It is important for men to remember that as women grow older
it becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of
housekeeping they did when they were younger.
When men notice this, they should try not to become upset and
yell. Expressing patience is clearly the superior option.
Let me relate how I handle the situation.
When I chucked my job and took early retirement a year ago, it
became necessary for Donna to get a full-time job both for
extra income and for health insurance benefits that we need.
She was a trained lab tech when we met some years ago
and was fortunate to land a job at the local medical center.
It was shortly after she started working at this job that I noticed
that she was beginning to show her age.
I usually get home from fishing or hunting about the same time
she gets home from work.
Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says
that she has to rest for half an hour or so before she starts
supper.
I try not to yell at her when this happens. Instead, I tell her to
take her time. I understand that she is not as young as she used
to be. I just tell her to wake me when she finally does get supper
on the table.
She used to wash and dry the dishes as soon as we finished
eating. It is now not unusual for them to sit on the table for
several hours after supper. I do what I can by reminding her
several times each evening that the dishes aren't cleaning
themselves.
I know she appreciates this, as it does seem to help her get
them done before she goes to bed.
Our washer and dryer are in the basement. When she was
younger, Donna used to be able to go up and down the stairs
all day and not get tired. Now that she is older she seems to get
tired so much more quickly. Sometimes she says she just can't
make another trip down those steps.
I don't make a big issue of this. As long as she finishes up the
laundry the next evening I am willing to overlook it. Not only
that, but unless I need something ironed to wear to the Monday's
lodge meeting or to Wednesday's or Saturday's poker club or to
Tuesday's or Thursday's bowling or something like that, I will tell
her to wait until the next evening to do the ironing.
This gives her a little more time to do some of those odds and
ends things like shampooing the dog, vacuuming, or dusting.
Also, if I have had a really good day fishing, this allows her to
gut and scale the fish at a more leisurely pace.
Donna is starting to complain a little occasionally. Not often,
mind you, but just enough for me to notice.
For example, she will say that it is difficult for her to find time
to pay the monthly bills during her lunch hour. In spite of her
complaining, I continue to try to 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.
When doing simple jobs she seems to think she needs more rest
periods than she used to have to take.
A couple of weeks ago she said she had to take a break when she
was only half finished mowing the yard. I overlook comments like
these because I realize it's just age talking.
In fact, I try to not embarrass her when she needs these little extra
rest breaks. I tell her to fix herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly
squeezed lemonade and just sit for a while. I tell her that as long
as she is making one for herself, she may as well make one for me
and take her break by the hammock so she can talk with me until I
fall asleep.
I could go on and on, but I think you know where I'm coming from.
I know that I probably look like a saint in the way I support Donna
on a daily basis. I'm not saying that the ability to show this much
consideration is easy. Many men will find it difficult. Some will find
it impossible.
No one knows better than I do how frustrating women can become
as they get older. My purpose in writing this is simply to suggest
that you make the effort.
I realize that achieving the exemplary level of showing consideration
I have attained is out of reach for the average man. However guys,
even if you just yell at your wife a little less often because of this
article, I will consider that writing it was worthwhile.
Note: This article was found next to the author's body.
The cause of death is still under investigation. Donna has moved to Hawaii and grieves quietly, and with dignity in a large spacious home with a 22 year old houseboy to help her with the chores she has such trouble with due to her age. She'll be 44 next week.
