Because I'm a man

DisneyFreak

Well-Known Member
Original Poster
Because I'm a man, when I lock my keys in the car I will fiddle with a wire clothes hanger and ignore your suggestions that we call a road service until long after hypothermia has set in. Because I'm a man, when the car isn't running very well, I will pop the hood and stare at the engine as if I know what I'm looking at. If another man shows up, one of us will say to the other, "I used to be able to fix these things, but now with all these computers and everything, I wouldn't know where to start." We will then drink beer.

Because I'm a man, when I catch a cold I need someone to bring me soup and take care of me while I lie in bed and moan. You never get as sick as I do, so for you this isn't an issue.

Because I'm a man, I can be relied upon to purchase basic groceries at the store, like milk or bread. I cannot be expected to find exotic items like "Cumin" or "Tofu". For all I know these are the same thing. And never, under any circumstances, expect me to pick up anything for which "feminine hygiene product" is a euphemism.

Because I'm a man, when one of our appliances stops working I will insist on taking it apart, despite evidence that this will just cost me twice as much once the repair person gets here and has to put it back together.

Because I'm a man, I must hold the television remote control in my hand while I watch TV. If the thing has been misplaced, I may miss a whole show looking for it (though one time I was able to survive by holding a calculator).

Because I'm a man, there is no need to ask me what I'm thinking about. The answer is always either sex, racing, or football, though I have to make up something else when you ask, so don't.

Because I'm a man, I do not want to visit your mother, or have your mother come visit us, or talk to her when she calls, or think about her any more than I have to. Whatever you got her for mother's day is okay, I don't need to see it. And don't forget to pick up something for my Mom too!!

Because I'm a man, you don't have to ask me if I liked the movie. Chances are, if you're crying at the end of it, I didn't.

Because I'm a man, I think what you're wearing is fine. I thought what you were wearing five minutes ago was fine, too. Either pair of shoes is fine. With the belt or without it looks fine. Your hair is fine. You look fine. Can we just go now?

Because I'm a man,, and this is, I will share equally in the housework. You just do the laundry, the cooking, the gardening, the cleaning, and the dishes. I'll do the rest.
 

JAY-ROD

Well-Known Member
My turn, my turn

So Freak is it Bash the ladies day? oh I'm game lol



Subject: Rules That Guys Wish Girls Knew

Please note...these are all numbered #1 ON
PURPOSE!
1. Learn to work the toilet seat. You're a big
girl. If it's up, put it down.

1. Do not cut your hair. Ever. Long hair is
always more attractive than short hair. One of
the
big reasons guys fear getting married is that
married women always cut their hair, and by then,
you are stuck with her.

1. Birthdays, Valentines, and Anniversaries
are not quests to see if we can find the perfect
present yet again!

1. If you ask a question you don't want an
answer to; expect an answer you do not want to
hear.

1. Sometimes, we are not thinking about you.
Live with it.

1. Do not ask us what we are thinking about
unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as
navel lint, the shotgun formation and monster
trucks.

1. Sunday = sports. It's like the full moon or
the changing of the tides. Let it be.

1. Shopping is not a sport, and no, we are
never going to think of it that way.

1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely
anything you wear is fine. Really.

1. You have enough clothes. You have too many
shoes.

1. Crying is blackmail.

1. Your ex-boyfriend is an idiot.

1. Ask for what you want. Let us be clear on
this one: Subtle hints do not work. Strong hints
do not work. Obvious hints do not work. Just say
it!

1. No, we do not know what day it is. We never
will. Mark anniversaries on a calendar. Remind
us
frequently beforehand.

1. Most guys own three pairs of shoes, tops.
What makes you think we'd be any good at choosing
which pair, out of thirty, would look good with
your dress?

1. Come to us with a problem only if you want
help solving it. That's what we do. Sympathy is
what your girlfriends are for.

1. A headache that lasts for 17 months is a
problem. See a doctor.

1. Foreign films are best left to foreigners.

1. Check your oil. Please.

1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible
in an argument. In fact, all comments become null
and void after 7 days.

1. If you won't dress like the Victoria's
Secret girls, don't expect us to act like soap
opera guys.

1. If something we said can be interpreted two
ways, and one of the ways makes you sad or angry,
we meant the other one.

1. Let us ogle. We are going to look anyway; it's
genetic.

1. You can either ask us to do something OR
tell us how you want it done --not both. If you
already know best how to do it, just do it
yourself.

1. Whenever possible, please say whatever you
have to say during commercials.

1. Christopher Columbus did not need directions,
and neither do we.

1. The relationship is never going to be like
it was the first two months we were going out.
Get
over it. And quit whining to your girlfriends
--like THEIR relationship is SO MUCH better.

1. ALL men see in only 16 colors, like WINDOWS
default settings. Peach,for example, is a fruit,
not a color. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no
idea what mauve is.

1. If it itches, it will be scratched. We do
that.

1. If it is OUR house, I do not understand why
MY stuff gets thrown in the closet, attic,
basement or worse, the garbage.

1. We are not mind readers and we never will
be. Our lack of mind-reading ability is not proof
of how little we care about you.

1. If we ask what is wrong and you say
"nothing," we will act like nothing's wrong. We
know you are lying, but it is just not worth the
hassle.
 

mightyduck

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by DisneyFreak


:eek: So are you just using me for my rugged good looks and charming personality? :(

That's cool. :cool:

Uh, yep. :D

Why own when when you borrow what you need without all the hassles of trying to get rid of later?
 

mightyduck

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by DisneyFreak


I feel like a leased Buick. :( :brick: :brick:

LOL... a lease would be too long a commitment. For me, it's more like asking to use your car while I go pick up bread. ;) Not even like renting a car, because even then, you have to sign papers and take responsibility....
 

The Mom

Moderator
Premium Member
Jay-Rod, I just don't understand guys and long hair! Up until 1998, my hair was down to my waist. My husband loved it; I grew to hate it! What is attractive on a twenty-something is not appealing on a greying, middle-aged mom. I either wore it in a braid, or in a bun/chignon; I couldn't wear it down...it was in the way. It took 2 days to dry every time I washed it, or 2 hours with a blow dryer at the hairdressers...they had to take turns!! (My hair was incredibly thick and wavy...it's thinned some; now it's just really thick-still wavy) I couldn't even think about covering the grey...too much hair! At least now I can "blend" it in. Also, I got tired of people asking if I was Mennonite or in some other conservative religious group! I had very short hair when my husband met me, and it was still short on our wedding day...THEN he asked me to "let it grow out so I can see how it looks" Women don't hold the monopoly on "improving" spouses!! I know some guys do live with long hair, but most would never tolerate it!
 

DisneyFreak

Well-Known Member
Original Poster
I know what you're saying marcia. Sometimes the long hair gets in the way during........:zipit:

I like it resting on top of the shoulder or shorter.
 

JAY-ROD

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by marciahahn
Jay-Rod, I just don't understand guys and long hair! Up until 1998, my hair was down to my waist. My husband loved it; I grew to hate it! What is attractive on a twenty-something is not appealing on a greying, middle-aged mom. I either wore it in a braid, or in a bun/chignon; I couldn't wear it down...it was in the way. It took 2 days to dry every time I washed it, or 2 hours with a blow dryer at the hairdressers...they had to take turns!! (My hair was incredibly thick and wavy...it's thinned some; now it's just really thick-still wavy) I couldn't even think about covering the grey...too much hair! At least now I can "blend" it in. Also, I got tired of people asking if I was Mennonite or in some other conservative religious group! I had very short hair when my husband met me, and it was still short on our wedding day...THEN he asked me to "let it grow out so I can see how it looks" Women don't hold the monopoly on "improving" spouses!! I know some guys do live with long hair, but most would never tolerate it!

Mom you having a bad day? ;) My women used to have long hair and I loved and when shw wanted to cut it. I just about threw a fit. But it looked good and it stays out of my way! :eek: :hammer:
 

JAY-ROD

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by DisneyFreak
I know what you're saying marcia. Sometimes the long hair gets in the way during........:zipit:

I like it resting on top of the shoulder or shorter.

LMAO AMEN FREAK!!!! :D
 

mightyduck

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by DisneyFreak
I know what you're saying marcia. Sometimes the long hair gets in the way during........:zipit:

I like it resting on top of the shoulder or shorter.

Ah, you're one of those....Sorry, boys, I have the long, tousled just-out-of-bed ringlets.... Last guy who complained about it getting in the way had to go find a new friend... :eek:

When it was in the waistband of my pants, that was a little much, but it's at or ust above my shoulder blades....
 

JAY-ROD

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by mightyduck


Ah, you're one of those....Sorry, boys, I have the long, tousled just-out-of-bed ringlets.... Last guy who complained about it getting in the way had to go find a new friend... :eek:

When it was in the waistband of my pants, that was a little much, but it's at or ust above my shoulder blades....

oh ducky thats perfect too. I just hold it up and out of the way. :zipit: :hammer:
 

DisneyFreak

Well-Known Member
Original Poster
Originally posted by mightyduck


Ah, you're one of those....Sorry, boys, I have the long, tousled just-out-of-bed ringlets.... Last guy who complained about it getting in the way had to go find a new friend... :eek:

When it was in the waistband of my pants, that was a little much, but it's at or ust above my shoulder blades....

I never said there weren't exceptions to the rule. :slurp: ;)
 

The Mom

Moderator
Premium Member
Actually, my son was more upset than my husband. When we were swimming in the pool, he used to ride on my back and use my braid as a rein! Am I a tolerant mom or what?! Now he's too big, but for that first summer he complained bitterly whenever we went swimming! ;) I also miss not worrying about my hat flying off on BTM and SM...I have the kind of hat that has an opening in back; I ran my braid through, and it anchored my hat.
 

mightyduck

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by marciahahn
Actually, my son was more upset than my husband. When we were swimming in the pool, he used to ride on my back and use my braid as a rein! Am I a tolerant mom or what?! Now he's too big, but for that first summer he complained bitterly whenever we went swimming! ;) I also miss not worrying about my hat flying off on BTM and SM...I have the kind of hat that has an opening in back; I ran my braid through, and it anchored my hat.

LOL.... my hair is very fine, so it dries quickly and I'm terrible with hair maintenance--the pony tail is about as advanced as I get. My hair is too skinny for a braid :( It was terrible when I was in elementary school--I could never have Laura Ingalls braids... but I had much better pigtails than Cindy Brady. :)
 

The Mom

Moderator
Premium Member
mighty, how long do you think it will take the guys to catch on to the fact that we're ignoring their original posts? I can spend the rest of the afternoon talking about hair maintenance, how about you?
 

mightyduck

Well-Known Member
Originally posted by marciahahn
mighty, how long do you think it will take the guys to catch on to the fact that we're ignoring their original posts? I can spend the rest of the afternoon talking about hair maintenance, how about you?

LOL... well, I can spend the rest of the afternoon talking about all the things I can't do... ;)

I have wash and wear hair--no curling irons, blow dryers, and just some spray gel to keep the frizz at bay.
 

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