WALLY'S GUIDE FOR MARRIED MEN WHO LIKE TO GOLF
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, aging
woman.
My name is Wally. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my wife,
Kim. When I retired a few years ago, it became necessary for Kim 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 and watch the lingerie show, so eating out is not a reasonable
solution. 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.
I think another symptom of aging 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, right? 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 Kim. 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.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
Wally died suddenly on May 27 of a perforated rectum.
The police report says he was found with a Callaway extra long
50-inch Big Bertha Driver II golf club jammed up his rear end, with barely
5 inches of grip showing and a sledge hammer laying nearby. His wife Kim
was arrested and charged with Wally's demise. The all-woman jury took only
15 minutes to find her Not Guilty, accepting her defense that Wally
somehow, without looking, accidentally sat down on his golf club.
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, aging
woman.
My name is Wally. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my wife,
Kim. When I retired a few years ago, it became necessary for Kim 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 and watch the lingerie show, so eating out is not a reasonable
solution. 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.
I think another symptom of aging 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, right? 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 Kim. 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.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
Wally died suddenly on May 27 of a perforated rectum.
The police report says he was found with a Callaway extra long
50-inch Big Bertha Driver II golf club jammed up his rear end, with barely
5 inches of grip showing and a sledge hammer laying nearby. His wife Kim
was arrested and charged with Wally's demise. The all-woman jury took only
15 minutes to find her Not Guilty, accepting her defense that Wally
somehow, without looking, accidentally sat down on his golf club.
I'm afraid in my case it would be my busa instead of a driver. 
