Posted on 06/26/2002 6:59:17 AM PDT by RikaStrom
In order that we might all raise the level of discourse and expand our language abilities, here is the daily post of “word for the day”. Rules: Everyone must leave a post using the “word of the day”; in a sentence. The sentence must, in some way, relate to the news of the day. The Review threads are linked for your edification. ;-) Practice makes perfect.....post on....
moil \MOIL\, intransitive verb; noun:
moiles; moiled; moiling
moiler; noun
moilingly; adverb
1. To work with painful effort; to labor; to toil; to drudge.
2. To churn or swirl about continuously.
3. Toil; hard work; drudgery.
4. Confusion; turmoil.
5. A spot; a defilement
Etymology: Middle English moillen, from Middle French moillier, from (assumed) Vulgar Latin molliare from Latin mollis soft. Date: 15th century.
But figgrd I'd get in trouble, and I couldn't afford to get bounced from the 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 they did when they were younger. When men notice this, they should try not to yell. Let me relate how I handle the situation.
When I chucked my job and took early retirement a year ago, it became necessary for Nancy to get a full-time job both for extra income and for health insurance benefits that we need. She was a trained lab tech when we met thirty some years ago and was fortunate to land a job at the local medical center as a phlebotomist.
It was shortly after she started working at this job that I noticed that she was beginning to show her age. I usually get home from fishing or hunting about the same time she gets home from work. Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says that she has to rest for half an hour or so before she starts supper. I try not to yell at her when this happens. Instead, I tell her to take her time. I understand that she is not as young as she used to be. I just tell her to wake me when she finally does get supper on the table.
She used to wash and dry the dishes as soon as we finished eating. It is now not unusual for them to sit on the table for several hours after supper. I do what I can by reminding her several times each evening that they aren't cleaning themselves. I know she appreciates this, as it does seem to help her get them done before she goes to bed. Our washer and dryer are in the basement. When she was younger, Nancy used to be able to go up and down the stairs all day and not get tired.
Now that she is older she seems to get tired so much more quickly. Sometimes she says she just can't make another trip down those steps. I don't make a big issue of this. As long as she finishes up the laundry the next evening I am willing to overlook it. Not only that, but unless I need something ironed to wear to the Monday's lodge meeting or to Wednesday's or Saturday's poker club or to Tuesday's or Thursday's bowling or something like that, I will tell her to wait until the next evening to do the ironing. This gives her a little more time to do some of those odds and ends things like shampooing the dog, vacuuming, or dusting.
Also, if I have had a really good day fishing, this allows her to gut and scale the fish at a more leisurely pace. Nancy is starting to complain a little occasionally. Not often, mind you, but just enough for me to notice. For example, she will say that it is difficult for her to find time to pay the monthly bills during her lunch hour. In spite of her complaining, I continue to try to 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.
When doing simple jobs she seems to think she needs more rest periods than she used to have to take. A couple of weeks ago she said she had to take a break when she was only half finished mowing the yard.
I overlook comments like these because I realize it's just age talking. In fact, I try to not embarrass her when she needs these little extra rest breaks. I tell her to fix herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly squeezed lemonade and just sit for a while. I tell her that as long as she is making one for herself, she may as well make one for me and take her break by the hammock so she can talk with me until I fall asleep.
I could go on and on, but I think you know where I'm coming from.
I know that I probably look like a saint in the way I support Nancy on a daily basis. I'm not saying that the ability to show this much consideration is easy. Many men will find it difficult. Some will find it impossible. No one knows better than I do how frustrating women can become as they get older. My purpose in writing this is simply to suggest that you make the effort. I realize that achieving the exemplary level of showing consideration I have attained is out of reach for the average man. However guys, even if you just yell at your wife a little less often because of this article, I will consider that writing it was worthwhile.
(This was written by the deceased husband of a friend of mine! The husband mysteriously passed on shortly after writing this. The cause of death is still under investigation).
Poor woman must be deeply mourning, this guy sounds like a prince. Where will she ever find someone that condiserate again?
Me too. All at once.
Did y'all see my Signs of the Times on yahoo yesterday?
Sign over Gynecologist's office:
"Dr. Jones, at your cervix"
At a military hospital door to colonoscopy:
"To expedite your visit, please back in"
On a Plumber's truck:
"Don't sleep with a drip....call your plumber"
On a Home Improvement truck:
"We repair what your husband fixed"
Tire Shop:
"Invite us to your next blowout"
Door to Plastic Surgeon's Office:
"Come In and let us help you pick your nose"
Towing Company
"We don't charge an arm and a leg...we just want your tows"
On an electrician's truck:
"Let us remove your shorts"
On a fence:
"salesman welcome...dog food is expensive"
Muffler shop:
"No appointment necessary...we hear you coming"
Car dealership:
"Best way to get back on your feet.....miss a payment"
Veterinarian's Office Waiting room
"Back in five minutes....Sit....Stay"
Radiator Shop:
"Best place in town to take a leak"
Optometrists Office:
"If you don't see what your looking for...
you've come to the right place"
Electric Company:
"We would be DE-LIGHTED if you pay your bill.
However, if you don't, you will be"
Restaurant Window:
"Don't stand there and be hungry. Come on in and get fed up"
Propane station:
"Tank heaven for little grills"
And one I saw on a church board somewhere outside of Waco:
"A praying mouth gathers no foot."
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