Kelley (Texas)
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[size=medium]This was sent to me today and I figured I would pass it on to you folks.[/size] Kelley (Texas) 
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 woman.
My name is Henry. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my wife, Susie.
Since I retired several years ago, it has become necessary for Susie 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 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.
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 hemselves. 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 aging is complaining, I think. 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 three days. 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 that tact is one of my strong points.
When doing simple jobs, she seems to think she needs to take a break. Lately she has had to rest when she is 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 glass of fresh 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 I probably look like a saint in the way I support Susie.
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, writing it was well worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other.
Sincerely, Henry
NOTE
Henry recently died. The police report states he was found with a Calloway extra long golf club jammed up his rear end. His wife was arrested and charged with his murder. An all-woman jury took only 15 minutes to find her Not Guilty. They supported her claim that Henry somehow accidentally sat down on his 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 woman.
My name is Henry. Let me relate how I handled the situation with my wife, Susie.
Since I retired several years ago, it has become necessary for Susie 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 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.
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 hemselves. 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 aging is complaining, I think. 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 three days. 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 that tact is one of my strong points.
When doing simple jobs, she seems to think she needs to take a break. Lately she has had to rest when she is 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 glass of fresh 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 I probably look like a saint in the way I support Susie.
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, writing it was well worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other.
Sincerely, Henry
NOTE
Henry recently died. The police report states he was found with a Calloway extra long golf club jammed up his rear end. His wife was arrested and charged with his murder. An all-woman jury took only 15 minutes to find her Not Guilty. They supported her claim that Henry somehow accidentally sat down on his club.
