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In the world, one single rule applies to the men: Make the Woman happy. Do something she likes, and you get points. Do something she dislikes and points are subtracted. You don't get any points for doing something she expects. Sorry, that's the way the game is played.
Here is a guide to the point system:
SIMPLE DUTIES
-- You make the bed (+1)
-- You make the bed, but forget the decorative pillow (0)
-- You throw the bedspread over rumpled sheets (-1)
-- You go out to buy her what she wants (+5)
-- In the rain (+8)
-- But return with Beer (-5)
-- You check out a suspicious noise at night (0)
-- You check out a suspicious noise, and it is nothing (0)
-- You check out a suspicious noise and it is something (+5)
-- You pummel it with iron rod (+10)
-- It's her pet (-10)
SOCIAL ENGAGEMENTS
-- You stay by her side the entire party (0)
-- You stay by her side for a while, then leave to chat with a college buddy (-2)
-- Named Tina (-4)
-- Tina is a dancer (-10)
HER BIRTHDAY
-- You take her out to dinner (0)
-- You take her out to dinner and it's not a sports bar (+1)
-- Okay, it's a sports bar (-2)
-- And it's all-you-can- eat night (-3)
-- It's a sports bar, it's all-you-can- eat night, and your face is painted the colours of your favourite team (-10)
A NIGHT OUT
-- You take her to a movie (+2)
-- You take her to a movie she likes (+4)
-- You take her to a movie you hate (+6)
-- You take her to a movie you like (-2)
-- It's called 'DeathCop' (-3)
-- You lied and said it was a foreign film about orphans (-15)
YOUR PHYSIQUE
-- You develop a noticeable potbelly (-15)
-- You develop a noticeable potbelly and exercise to get rid of it (+10)
-- You develop a noticeable potbelly and resort to baggy jeans and baggy Hawaiian shirts (-30)
-- You say, "It doesn't matter, you have one too." (-8000)
ENJOY THE 'BIG' QUESTION
-- She asks, "Do I look fat?" (-5) [Yes, you LOSE points no matter WHAT]
-- You hesitate in responding (-10)
-- You reply, "Where?" (-35)
-- Any other response (-20)
COMMUNICATION
-- When she wants to talk about a problem , you listen, displaying what looks like a concerned _____expression (0)
-- You listen, for over 30 minutes (+50)
-- You listen for more than 30 minutes without looking at the TV (+500)
-- She realizes this is because you have fallen asleep (-10000)
Now I can see the grins on the faces of male members of this site!!!!!!!!!soooooo satisfied.
Are we women so impossible and so predictable :D ?
Guys, if you have all the keys for our and your hapinness too, is it so hard to do these :D ? Think twice before answering and take into account that this is "buying" your peace and comfort at home :D Waiting for you to add your list. Some simple mathematics can help in compromising on both sides :)
Don't kill me, I am kidding.
I am soooooo satisfied. :-)
Oo Yes ! Here is some points for you also!!!!
Little Ways To Show Your Husband You Care
1. Let him know you are his biggest fan. Tell him how great he is, how much you appreciate the little things he does to help you (no matter how small), and how much he’s loved. I am not suggesting you lie. If you are not his biggest fan, you should be!
2. It is best to avoid asking questions such as “What are you thinking about, honey?” Men hate this because they know they will get themselves into trouble if they tell you what they were really thinking. Or they can't remember.
3. Always speak highly of him to others. Don’t call up your best friend to tell her about his latest stupid mistake.
4. Don’t cut him down. It may be tempting to tell him exactly what you think of him during an argument, but hold your tongue. Deep down, somewhere, you love this man, and shredding him to bits will only make the situation worse. Don’t remind him of his weaknesses at every opportunity. Most men are fully aware of their weaknesses and do not need reminding.
5. Be quick to apologize for snapping at him when you are tired and cranky.
6. Listen to what he has to say. This may include topics that you neither understand nor care to be enlightened about, such as the rules of fantasy football or a comparison of programming codes.
7. Although it is widely believed that men are dogs, don’t treat him like one. Don’t attempt to keep him on a short leash, or even long chain. I know the idea of a shock collar (as used in dog training) is appealing, but really, he’s a big boy now.
8. Appreciate who he is and don’t try to change him. You knew who he was when you married him. Trying to make him into something different is: A. a waste of your time because it will not work and B. just annoying. He was flawless in your eyes when you first met. Is he really not good enough now? I know, you have grown and changed and expanded. Let him appreciate you, but stay the same.
9. Encourage his hobbies, even if you aren’t fond of them. My husband loves motorcycles. People are always saying things like “I can’t believe your wife let you have a bike” and “How could you let him do that?” Let him? That’s not how it is supposed to work. He is my husband, not my child. Yes, I worry. I ask him call to check in. I also love to see the smile on his face when returns safely from a nice long ride.
Have a Fun!!! :-)
Jagbandhu
Wonderful tips. I have read them some while ago on the internet and they are all true and profound.
Joking or not, we do need to know how the other one's mind is working, you got to know your other half, to try to know him, what are his hobbies, passions, what he likes or dislikes. When you love someone you love him the way he is, without judging, without trying to change how he is or thinks.
You have to show respect and care, you have to be proud he stands by your side. No one needs critics, but everyone needs support and understanding.
You have to learn to listen even things you don't know too much about. You have to learn to give, to forget, to apologize.
Trust me, it works both sides.
Wonderful tips. I have read them some while ago on the internet and they are all true and profound.<... See Claudia's complete reply
Logic says everything in this world has a cause and an effect. True Love is the only feeling which is its own cause and its own effect. It is something illogical and yet above all logic. :-)
Wonderful tips. I have read them some while ago on the internet and they are all true and profound.<... See Claudia's complete reply
Hi Claudia,
Thank for sharing your views. There were certain words from your reply that caught my eye like respect, care, pride, critic, both sides.
I guess you have covered everything that needs to make a relationship work. I feel the more expectations we have, the more disappointments we face. I feel accepting the other person, be it the wife or the husband, the way he/she is, if the first step in any relationship. Trying to change someone only will worsen the relationship. There is a limit to what a person can bring in cosmetic changes in his behavior, but deep down, he/she would want to break free, which is not healthy at all. So when we love someone, we should accept the person for what he is, and love him for what he is. Compromise in a relationship is often the bad way to take, as compromise does not stand the test of time.
More in my next reply. ;)
Nice post.. In my view a lil adjustment is key to eternal peace at home.. No one is superior or inferior if we share our responsibilities. If the sharing is not equal also the person who is taking care of more responsibilities than other should not feel superior. If you enjoy taking responsibilities don't have self pity thats it..:). And the other person should definitely acknowledge the efforts and let them know how lucky they are..:)
Regards,
Manjari.
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