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Skills Every Man Should Know?

Posted on 05/02/2014 8:59:22 PM PDT by MNDude

Today a young guy at the office got a flat tire. A bunch of young guys gathered around in the parking lot and I was amazed how none knew how to change a flat.

I commented this had to be one of the top things all men should know.

What would be some of the things you would include on a list that all men should know how to do? (Like change oil, etc)


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To: MNDude

Why just men?

The gals need to know how to change tires too, FRiend.


41 posted on 05/02/2014 9:32:07 PM PDT by BenLurkin (This is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire; or both.)
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To: KitJ

Unfortunately washing hands isn’t on that list. :-0


42 posted on 05/02/2014 9:33:26 PM PDT by KarlInOhio (Republican amnesty supporters don't care whether their own homes are called mansions or haciendas.)
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To: OrangeHoof

How to make love to a woman-—


43 posted on 05/02/2014 9:35:32 PM PDT by krunkygirl (force multiplier in effect...)
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To: KitJ; The KG9 Kid
Regarding the “pitch manure” listing, I recall reading about the time a reporter went out to Lawrence Welk’s farm to interview the famous bandleader. At that time, Welk was at the height of his popularity.

The reporter was told that Welk could not meet with him because he (Welk) was out back cleaning the stables. Upon reading that, my respect for Welk tripled.

44 posted on 05/02/2014 9:36:38 PM PDT by Leaning Right (Why am I holding this lantern? I am looking for the next Reagan.)
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To: lee martell

Eve noticed how its harder to get dressed in the dark since they stopped putting tags in clothes?


45 posted on 05/02/2014 9:37:01 PM PDT by BenLurkin (This is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire; or both.)
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To: Jagdgewehr

“I won’t be wronged, I won’t be insulted, and I won’t be laid a hand on. I don’t do these things to other people, and I require the same from them.” – The Shootist (1976)
“Well, there are some things a man just can’t run away from.” – Stagecoach (1939)
“Out here a man settles his own problems.” – The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)
“Don’t apologize—it’s a sign of weakness.” – She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949)
“Sorry don’t get it done, Dude.” – Rio Bravo (1959)
“Well, son, since you haven’t learned to respect your elders, it’s time you learned to respect your betters.” – Big Jake (1971)


46 posted on 05/02/2014 9:37:21 PM PDT by ProtectOurFreedom
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To: Jagdgewehr
Like this guy....
47 posted on 05/02/2014 9:38:30 PM PDT by BenLurkin (This is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire; or both.)
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To: MNDude

Women should know tooo!


48 posted on 05/02/2014 9:38:47 PM PDT by luckystarmom
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To: mabarker1
100%!!!
49 posted on 05/02/2014 9:39:01 PM PDT by Chode (Stand UP and Be Counted, or line up and be numbered - *DTOM* -vvv- NO Pity for the LAZY - 86-44)
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To: lee martell

Pitch a tent and build a good campfire


50 posted on 05/02/2014 9:39:15 PM PDT by dandiegirl
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To: MNDude

Geez. Really? Did he ask you if there was an app for that?

My grandpa made me learn how to change a tire, siphon gas, and check all of the fluids before he even let me start the car. (I did the same with mine.)


51 posted on 05/02/2014 9:39:16 PM PDT by BuckeyeTexan (There are those that break and bend. I'm the other kind. ~Steve Earle)
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To: MNDude

To understand her pleasure comes first and put in the effort.

Then hunting and shooting...and clean guns...... and fighting.

Ride a motorcycle..... dock a real boat.....even with sail...tuffy

Build a fire.

Prepare food from field to table

Know how to do enough arithmetic to conduct business....honestly
And how to cook.....and sew.

How to be responsible for seed sown and at least some Christian indoctrination for product of said seed.

Responsibility for mom and maybe other older kin is lifelong

Know how to deliver responsibly corporal punishment for wayward man children

Be able to handle your animals ...livestock ..dogs..etc

Serve God....do that and the rest just happens

This list could go on forever....that was just an instinctive reply


52 posted on 05/02/2014 9:40:19 PM PDT by wardaddy (we will not take back our way of life through peaceful means.....i have 5 kids....i fear for them)
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To: MNDude
All (seriously)...

Art of Manliness

53 posted on 05/02/2014 9:40:38 PM PDT by MV=PY (The Magic Question: Who's paying for it?)
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To: ExpatGator

You win. That’s a great list.


54 posted on 05/02/2014 9:41:29 PM PDT by BuckeyeTexan (There are those that break and bend. I'm the other kind. ~Steve Earle)
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To: MNDude

Know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em.

Also know whether to use duct tape or WD-40.


55 posted on 05/02/2014 9:42:17 PM PDT by Moonman62 (The US has become a government with a country, rather than a country with a government.)
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To: AdamsPapers
Google Robert Heinlein and things a man should know. Very enlightening

"A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects."
- Robert Heinlein, Time Enough for Love

56 posted on 05/02/2014 9:43:22 PM PDT by BwanaNdege ( "...[willful] ignorance is the opiate of academic elites." - Mike Adams [BN edit])
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To: yarddog
To keep spare serpentine belts in the trunk and know how to install them with tools you keep in the vehicle.

You've seen my trunk. Only problem is the tensioner goes bad before the belt these days.

57 posted on 05/02/2014 9:43:32 PM PDT by Moonman62 (The US has become a government with a country, rather than a country with a government.)
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To: wardaddy

Wow. Another great list.


58 posted on 05/02/2014 9:46:27 PM PDT by BuckeyeTexan (There are those that break and bend. I'm the other kind. ~Steve Earle)
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To: MNDude

Properly shave with a brush and double edge razor.


59 posted on 05/02/2014 9:46:43 PM PDT by gasport (Will operate for food.)
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To: MNDude

I like the list in the boy scout manual.

A Scout is Trustworthy.
A Scout tells the truth. He is honest, and he keeps his promises. People can depend on him.
A Scout is Loyal.
A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and nation.
A Scout is Helpful.
A Scout cares about other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.
A Scout is Friendly.
A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He offers his friendship to people of all races and nations, and respects them even if their beliefs and customs are different from his own.
A Scout is Courteous.
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that using good manners makes it easier for people to get along.
A Scout is Kind.
A Scout knows there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. Without good reason, he does not harm or kill any living thing.
A Scout is Obedient.
A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobeying them.
A Scout is Cheerful.
A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
A Scout is Thrifty.
A Scout works to pay his own way and to help others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
A Scout is Brave.
A Scout can face danger although he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.
A Scout is Clean.
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He chooses the company of those who live by high standards. He helps keep his home and community clean.
A Scout is Reverent.
A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.


60 posted on 05/02/2014 9:48:06 PM PDT by Mount Athos (A Giant luxury mega-mansion for Gore, a Government Green EcoShack made of poo for you)
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