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Mar 13, 2008 17:33:09 GMT
Post by hellyp on Mar 13, 2008 17:33:09 GMT
I've tried it a few times. Best trifle I've ever had.
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Mar 14, 2008 14:02:21 GMT
Post by mistral on Mar 14, 2008 14:02:21 GMT
An email that my bf forwarded me this morning (i warned him that if he treats me like that i won't use any ordinary golf club, i would use a driver!)
This is an open letter to all men with working wives
It is important for men to remember that, as women grow older, it becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of house-keeping 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 Bernard. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my wife, Diane. When I retired a few years ago, it became necessary for Diane 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 club 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 an option. 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. 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 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 Diane. 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 as well worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other.
Bernard Smith (retired)
EDITOR'S NOTE:
Bernard died suddenly on January 27 of a perforated rectum. The police report says he was found with a Calloway extra long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver II golf club jammed up his rear end, with barely five inches of grip showing and a sledge hammer laying nearby. Embarassed his wife Diane was arrested and charged with murder. The all-woman jury took only 15 minutes to find her Not Guilty, accepting her defence that Bernard somehow, without looking, accidentally sat down on his golf club.
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Mar 15, 2008 13:44:28 GMT
Post by Amaris on Mar 15, 2008 13:44:28 GMT
;D ;D ;D ;D
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Mar 15, 2008 14:15:23 GMT
Post by hotchic on Mar 15, 2008 14:15:23 GMT
Absolutely brilliant. Kind of thing my husband would come out with! He is alive....just.
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Mar 16, 2008 11:11:58 GMT
Post by Dippy on Mar 16, 2008 11:11:58 GMT
Ok.....just watched the news headlines. Alistair Darling is a prat. Nothing more to say. Rant over. What is big, black, hairy and stuck to an asshole? Alistair Darlings eyebrows. ;D
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Mar 16, 2008 11:20:57 GMT
Post by hotchic on Mar 16, 2008 11:20:57 GMT
Ok.....just watched the news headlines. Alistair Darling is a prat. Nothing more to say. Rant over. What is big, black, hairy and stuck to an asshole? Alistair Darlings eyebrows. ;D ;D ;D ;D They do remind me of Baldrick's slug balancing impression of Charlie Chaplin, in Bladder 4
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Mar 19, 2008 19:26:57 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 19:26:57 GMT
I have a very very old fashioned marriage. He works, I stay home and look after the kids. I obviously run the rest of our lives and he takes the credit for it. I did that too Hotchic, hubby didn't like me working so I was 'employed' by him as the corporate wife and got some serious 'pocket money', which I saved (unbeknown to him) and just spent from our joint account. When the kids grew up, he left, and believe me he was a complete bastard when it came to the settlement, it was a nasty fight. Make sure you have savings and a career path. Kids and family are great but kids grow up and make their own life, and even though I'm sure you have a wonderful marriage - nothing is 100%. I didn't think I would be single after so many years. Just my advice!! Excellent advice! I was married for 20 years...
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Mar 19, 2008 19:29:35 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 19:29:35 GMT
and to keep a balanced view on broken marraiges.. ..I had an ex who couldn't be bothered to work, spent all our money, run up 6k of debt on a credit card i knew nothing about, bug9ered off with another bloke leaving me to pick up the mess and then had the audacity to try and claim support off me. Thankfully she ended up with nothing as the money I paid her got swallowed up by her legal fees (Apparently she didnt know she had to repay legal aid costs when she got a payout ;D) Wish I had done the same as moonriver... My ex had £49k of debt. Lost everything. I've been on my own for 4 years today (and no champagne! Darn it ) The git still keeps my life unsettled as I have four children, so can't get away from him. It's good though, as I do get £6.26 a week maintenance for them... Well, it does say rant...
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Mar 19, 2008 19:44:51 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 19:44:51 GMT
It was quite shocking really. I never thought it would happen to me either - but then I never thought I'd be homeless!! I think its me. I'm a difficult person, apparently, and I really am better alone. Can I rant? Not done it for so long - and it is an anniversary... He'd never come out with me and the children. He'd say he had to cut the grass as an excuse - so I always made sure the grass was cut. When my eldest was 7, it was a lovely summer evening, and a Friday. I used to take them to the beach a lot after school. That day he wanted to wait for daddy, and have fish and chips. Ex didn't want to come, and I made him. He didn't speak. I got the fish and chips and he just put his in the bin. My then 7 year old said that he would never ever ask to wait for daddy again... I worked from home - about 70 hours a week running what still is a successful business (I gave it to someone as I couldn't deal with the stress - still do the paper work!). No... really its not worth the stress! I'll always be bitter though as what was left of my inheritance after doing up the house, he spent! I wish I'd done what my (married for 6 years) sister has - she's hidden it. It's £16k, not a lot in todays world, but it would have been handy! There are very happy marriages that do work. I love seeing people happy! I'm sorry to be so negative. You just don't hear about the good ones! I hope he's home now after his trip, and that all is well in the 'hotchic' household.
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Mar 19, 2008 19:59:56 GMT
Post by hotchic on Mar 19, 2008 19:59:56 GMT
He is back tomorrow. Instead of him parking at Heathrow, he thought it would be fun for me to collect him. He lands at 3.30, which he thinks is an excellent time as I will just be leaving school. Therefore I have to pack the car in the day with all our stuff for Easter as we are staying at my parents in Dorset. I then have to put the dog in the back of the car and drive to school. Collect children and then leave, fully loaded for a weekend away, in which I am also cooking for 15 on Friday and 11 on Saturday (my sister doing Sunday) to help my Mum so food to be taken too. Drive to Heathrow and meet him somewhere outside (after communication with mobile via my 8 yearold and my phone as I will be obviously driving) to then drive the other 200 miles to Dorset, on the worst f**k**g night of the year to drive.....as every other nutcase will be driving to the south coast. I will then spend Easter with 16 other family members, 8 of them children, and also 5 dogs. Hotchic household will resume to normality most likely on Tuesday! Thank you for caring Jane. I hope your Easter is slightly less chaos.
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Mar 19, 2008 20:13:35 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 20:13:35 GMT
Oh blimey, that sounds like one heck of a journey!! I'm sure you'll have a fantastic weekend though with all the family. No plans for Easter - my car needs work done to the engine, so its best not to use it!! Saves me money though - to put towards the bill next week. **sigh** Have a brilliant Easter!
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Mar 19, 2008 20:31:25 GMT
Post by hotchic on Mar 19, 2008 20:31:25 GMT
I really do hope to. My father has a new race horse running on the Monday. It is her first race so hopefully she will do well. I will bet on her as it is her first race, but I do not hold out much hope. If she wins Monday she will be worth a bob or 2, but knowing the way my Dad's horses are I am not going to hold my breath!
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Mar 19, 2008 20:35:51 GMT
Post by Meercat on Mar 19, 2008 20:35:51 GMT
I really do hope to. My father has a new race horse running on the Monday. It is her first race so hopefully she will do well. I will bet on her as it is her first race, but I do not hold out much hope. If she wins Monday she will be worth a bob or 2, but knowing the way my Dad's horses are I am not going to hold my breath! *Used to be called 'Dobbin', last ran, Scarborough beach*.....
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Mar 19, 2008 20:40:20 GMT
Post by shmumph on Mar 19, 2008 20:40:20 GMT
Seen some right nags on scarborough beach and they didnt all have 4 legs Is this thread turning into the first wives club poor Jane she's still happily married hope we didnt worry you too much
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Mar 19, 2008 20:43:08 GMT
Post by hotchic on Mar 19, 2008 20:43:08 GMT
Seen some right nags on scarborough beach and they didnt all have 4 legs Is this thread turning into the first wives club poor Jane she's still happily married hope we didnt worry you too much Thanks Sam. I am actually a second wife already. He was married before. I was wondering only yesterday, that if he has had 2 chances at this game maybe I should? Only joking With regards to the horse, she is running at Warwick. That is north enough for her first race
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Mar 19, 2008 20:53:04 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 20:53:04 GMT
I really do hope to. My father has a new race horse running on the Monday. It is her first race so hopefully she will do well. I will bet on her as it is her first race, but I do not hold out much hope. If she wins Monday she will be worth a bob or 2, but knowing the way my Dad's horses are I am not going to hold my breath! Blimey!! That will be exciting though, where ever it's final place may be!
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Mar 19, 2008 21:00:09 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 21:00:09 GMT
I can't be doing too badly with my lot. They still talk about "when I get married"!
I love hearing about people who ARE happy - honest! It's hindsight, isn't it, really...
I'm not at all anti-men, just anti-men when it comes to my life (says she who has three sons!).
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Mar 19, 2008 21:03:10 GMT
Post by shmumph on Mar 19, 2008 21:03:10 GMT
I'm not anti men lol just dont mention Canadian women and chatrooms and i'm ok That was a long time ago and i'm happy again now.
edited to add: I wonder how many divorces the internet haqs been blamed for
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Mar 19, 2008 21:08:35 GMT
Post by hotchic on Mar 19, 2008 21:08:35 GMT
I dread to think!
Friends Reunited have been blamed for many a divorce.
My husband hates me belonging to this site, but is ok as long as I am only on it in the day and not when he is home.
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Mar 19, 2008 21:09:44 GMT
Post by oh2bhappy on Mar 19, 2008 21:09:44 GMT
I've come to the conclusion that I am happy on my own - although the house is always full as I have four children. I might say different when they've left home - then again... all that peace!
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