A short detour away from the 365 day - learn something new challenge.
Having read a recent blog entitled:
16 SIGNS THAT YOU’RE A GIRL WHO’S GOT HER SHIT TOGETHER
I received requests to put together a man list.
The main issue for me was trying to work out who I might be pitching this list for - as different ages would likely to come up with different lists. So the list became:
16 things that might indicate that a 55 year old male, married with grown up children has his act together....
Hope you find it enlightening - I did !
1. Seeks to encourage his wife at all times and ensures she maintains some separate interests and a circle of friends.
2. The children are now adults; they have been taught well - they are able and capable to fly free - no worries (though he still cares of course).
3. Being in the same room with his wife, where nothing is said for an hour isn't a problem - benefits of mutual company is sufficient.
4. Doesn't expect his children to feel obliged to call, phone, write on specific days or times; happy that they call when they want to, and pleased that they do.
5. Realising that to have grandchildren is a pure joy and gift to be treasured.
6. Knows he is an observer of his children, and comfortable to give encouragement when needed, and always ready to offer guidance when asked.
7. Doesn't get stressed or upset if a Father's day gift isn't forthcoming; being appreciated at any time, for the right reason is sufficient.
8. Strives for contentment in everything (happiness is transitory) - striving for money for it's own sake has little attraction.
9. Being bombarded with advertisements to go after the latest tech, model of cars, or borrow for the holiday of a lifetime - doesn't lead to an overwhelming desire to conform to this lifestyle.
10. To feel a sense of pride when advice that is given, is received and acted upon to the advantage of the recipient.
11. Comfortable with the realisation that putting underwear to be washed after just one-day is now considered the 'norm' !!
12. Has no difficulty doing domestic jobs around the house (e.g. cooking, washing-up, vacuuming, cleaning sinks/bath/toilet, loading the dishwasher and yes even ironing) - and not seeking any special thanks or treatment for taking these responsibilities on....
13. A working torch is kept in the house, batteries checked regularly.
14. Owns a multi-tool contraption combining scissors, very sharp knife, flat-head and posi-type screwdriver, and tweezers - and knows where it is.
15. Has a storage cabinet in the garage/shed full of all kinds of screws, washers, nuts, drills, wall-plugs, and miscellaneous bits-n-bobs put aside 'just in case'..
16. Fluids in the car (water, engine oil, screen wash & petrol) and tyre pressures are checked regularly and topped up before they run out or go flat!
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