007hunter Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Well tonight I was talking to my girlfriend and she was whining about work and how this one lady who worked there wasn't pulling her fair share and this and that. She was whining about a bunch of other stuff before that too. After she was done I made the smart remark "Cry about it" Needless to say it didn't go over well. Now I admit I did say it a bit to seriously but it was said in a jokingly serious way. Plus we are always joking around with each other in that sort of way, but this time it wasn't to funny. So I'm in the doghouse right now...So I just wanted to share my experience with my fellow Realtree Family members in hopes that if by chance you happen upon the same road as I that you might take a better approach... PS - the doghosue isn't so bad, a little more leg room and I could almost call it home... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... OH man, are you in trouble..LOL When a woman starts complaining about her job and the people they work with, just look real serious, and keep going "Geesh". "WOW", "That's the pits", stuff like that. Otherwise, keep it zipped and just nod...LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nut Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... I always ask my wife "Want some cheese to go with your whine?" I can get away with many things like that because after 25 years together she expects that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... George Thourogood tune comes to mind here. "Move It On Over" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Ohhh man that sucks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowJoe Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... [ QUOTE ] George Thourogood tune comes to mind here. "Move It On Over" [/ QUOTE ] Actually, Hank Williams Sr. did that song first. I think that in this case, instead of "Nod and Smile" you should "Nod and Frown" Looks more sympathetic. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... So true, so true. 14 years of marriage and I haven't learned yet. 2 of the biggest fights I've had with my wife have occurred in the last few months and both of them were brought on by her telling me about work. I think by nature men want to solve problems, and ladies just want to talk about them. That is a very volatile situation. My wife will complain that "so and so did this to Julie and it really irritates me....." which in turn irritates me because all I want to do is solve the problem, which usually involves wanting to jack slap someone, namely the troublemakers where she works. You know what? She doesn't care. Like Steve said, she just wants someone to listen and say things like "that's too bad" or "that stinks" Throw out a solution, and WHAMMMMO--instant fight. Oh well, not the first time, won't be the last. Hang in there 007. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007hunter Posted February 18, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... I think I'll take Steves advice next time. Just nod and smile. I read somewhere awhile back that all woman really want is a guy who listens. Now if I can only remeber that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master_Chief Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... 24 years here and I still get called Rover for spending so much time in "Da house". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... [ QUOTE ] I think I'll take Steves advice next time. Just nod and smile. [/ QUOTE ] NO,NO...don't smile. I didn't say nod and smile, I said "keep it zipped and just nod" and "look real serious" You'd better get this right if you want to survive. Shake your head, look discusted, look very interested, but DON'T SMILE. Do you realize that a woman can interpret a smile to mean anything her heart desires. Don't do it Geesh...you worry me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... any comedian will tell you "it's all in the timing". never joke when she's upset. or, build a larger doghouse with a tv, remote & couch. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cutter Posted February 18, 2006 Report Share Posted February 18, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Yes Dear, Yes Dear, ......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007hunter Posted February 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] I think I'll take Steves advice next time. Just nod and smile. [/ QUOTE ] NO,NO...don't smile. I didn't say nod and smile, I said "keep it zipped and just nod" and "look real serious" You'd better get this right if you want to survive. Shake your head, look discusted, look very interested, but DON'T SMILE. Do you realize that a woman can interpret a smile to mean anything her heart desires. Don't do it Geesh...you worry me [/ QUOTE ] WHOOPS!!! I gotta learn to pay attention to details.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrow32 Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Now thatd suck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Just say...PMS, I understand,lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fourtrax_300 Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... like red foreman said on that 70's show. "I find it best to just grunt ! I'm not a ape i can talk I just choose not to. I get myself in less trouble that way ! " I just grunt and say stuff like "that sucks" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... [ QUOTE ] like red foreman said on that 70's show. "I find it best to just grunt ! I'm not a ape i can talk I just choose not to. I get myself in less trouble that way ! " I just grunt and say stuff like "that sucks" [/ QUOTE ] Yep, you got the idea Kyle. You'll survive..LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griz Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Heck after being married for 25 years. I look forward to the dog house... It's called peace and quit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... [ QUOTE ] You know what? She doesn't care. Like Steve said, she just wants someone to listen and say things like "that's too bad" or "that stinks" Throw out a solution, and WHAMMMMO--instant fight. [/ QUOTE ] Thought my wife and I were the only ones out there who fought about stuff that goes on at work. Chris is so right here. Try giving suggestions or solving a problem and it usually ends up in a fight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbeck Posted February 20, 2006 Report Share Posted February 20, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Don't look to me for advise, my dearly beloved asked me one time if the dress she was wearing made her look fat. I was actually dumb enough to say I wouldn't blame the dress. I thought it was quick wit and would be taken in the manner of humor. After pulling my bleeding battered body to the porch to get away from the fury of a small but mighty woman, I relized that was not the time for humor. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted February 20, 2006 Report Share Posted February 20, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... Dump her and find a non-complainer! You didn't really propose a solution, did you? Next time, why don't you just tell her to bring the offender home with her! It is funny how men and women function differently! New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reloader Posted February 20, 2006 Report Share Posted February 20, 2006 Re: Very important lesson learned... [ QUOTE ] Don't look to me for advise, my dearly beloved asked me one time if the dress she was wearing made her look fat. I was actually dumb enough to say I wouldn't blame the dress. I thought it was quick wit and would be taken in the manner of humor. After pulling my bleeding battered body to the porch to get away from the fury of a small but mighty woman, I relized that was not the time for humor. LOL [/ QUOTE ] I type this as I pull my jaw back up off the floor.... I think Popgun's Sig comes to mind...and you are the example of what NOT to do! WOW that was dumb... But makes for a great story!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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