I see lists about ‘How to Know Your Man’ and ‘How to Make Your Man Happy in Bed or Anywhere Else’ and I wonder sometimes if even the ones by men are really nom de ploomers for 12 year old girls working for tickets to Judson Beader concerts.
Why do I say that?
I am so glad you asked. Let me tell you . . .
Things Women Need To Know About Men
Just remember that these are all based on my own opinions and what I have observed. Which are observations and which are my own personal opinions you will most likely know if you have read my site much. Enjoy and please, don’t kill the writer.
#10
Men Sulk and Pout
Ladies, I know it is difficult to believe that we men who scream at TVs during sporting events do this but yes . . . we internalize things. We prefer you think we are insane or mentally deranged rather than discuss it. Pizza . . . Tacos . . . Game Systems . . . Shooting things filled with glow in the dark stuff at night? Sure, but talking–no. We’re not mad at you. We’re not ignoring you. Just let us sulk and we get over it faster. The longer we are talked to and asked about it the longer it takes to get over. Let us pout. Do you really want to hear about the long awful day we had at work? Do you really?
#9
Don’t ask Don’t Tell
Ladies, you know those times when you ask us ‘what do you think?’ I’ll be point blank honest here. Perhaps I am honest because I don’t have the degrees for Creative Writing and all of that to tell the truth in a more creative way, just a degree History Education and writing tons of research papers. Or maybe it’s the concussion thing. My one year anniversary is coming up by the way. My imaginary self and I will be eating at an all you can eat Taco and Chinese buffet in No Calorieville. I hope you will join us. But here it is…ready?
If you already know what the answer that you want is, don’t ask us. We don’t know what to do. Do we be honest, or give you the answer you want? You say be honest . . . but is that ALWAYS true?
Examples:
“Is this shirt too tight?”
Okay, the male brain has now seized up as traffic has swarmed in the form of Spaghetti Junction in Atlanta, GA at 5 PM on a Friday before a three day holiday weekend.
- Yes, it’s too tight because it shows off your breasts too much to other people.
- I love that she has incredible breasts and I am proud she’s mine, eat your heart out boys.
- She’s asking if she’s gained weight. Oh no, what do I do?
- She’s asking if she’s gained weight. Do I tell her no because if I say yes then she will think I think she’s put on weight?
- Man she looks good. How long will it take to get that thing of. (I hope she isn’t wearing a bra, I have no idea how those hooks work.)
You may not realize the male mind does this on its own without the participation of the male itself and all in the span of 1.01 seconds. Then the male enters into the picture and uses knowledge and common sense. You read that right. And you wonder why we get in to so much trouble with this one.
“Baby, those twins look outrageous. Mmm Mmm Mmm! You fine, girl.”-Either the young guy with no clue or the older over the hill midlife crisis male who is reliving his unsuccessful young guy days.
“I like it, but honestly honey, I love your body, and I love the fact men know how great your body is. Men are going to be staring at you enough as it is because of those kill me eyes and that beautiful smile.”-Mature, experienced male with common sense in use. Men, only use this one if you are sincere. Seriously. Customize to fit what you find amazing about the beauty of your woman.
“I don’t know, whatever.”-Moron alert and future divorce case.
#8
No opinion
Sometimes we really don’t have an opinion about something, especially if it has nothing to do with us or we just don’t know anything about it. Also there are times we are just that laid back and are like go with the flow. No, we are not always that indecisive . . . we just don’t have an opinion or we just like your opinion. Imagine that, huh? Did I say that out loud? No. Whew, awesome. There is another reason, we’re lazy and just don’t want to think. I’m serious. Even me, the one that is always thinking, I get to that point where I can answer what I want on my sandwich; ham or turkey.
#7
Sure, Okay & Fine
This was is so whatever that I couldn’t even come up with an image for it Guess what? You’ve heard us say those words and you don’t believe us. Well guess what again? Some of us actually mean it. Shocking I know. But rather than speak in sentences with all those parts of speech, we use the efficient one word answer to get back to what we were doing and/or avoid saying something to either a) make you mad or b) causing a lengthier discussion that will eventually lead into our getting into some sort of trouble which would lead to . . .
#6
Gifts are NOT for buying Forgiveness
We give you flowers, candy, a gift card to Home Depot for supplies for your favorite little homemade fish pond and you think we are trying to buy you off instead of saying we’re sorry. That is our saying we’re sorry. We’re not buying you off, we’re talking. We’ve been trained not to say we’re sorry or show emotions. Emotions are a weakness. Instead we do something else, like buy you something nice to say we’re sorry for spending so much on the credit card bill.
#5
Sometimes we really are staring off into space and not at the server.
When we’re out to dinner, we’re not always checking out the server in the required form fitting, skin tight black pants. (I wonder about that at times. Isn’t that like really a bad thing to have as a requirement?) We’re actually sometimes either a) tired and staring off into space not even knowing where we are looking or b) bored at the third time in the last hour you’ve talked about the same thing at work that’s ticked you off. My apologies for that second one, I know we do the same thing, but ladies, you are so much more intelligent than we are, perhaps leading by example would make the old dogs learn new tricks.
Sure we listen, we care, but after 2 or 3 times . . . we get it, you get it, the server in the skin tight black pants gets it. If we reacted indignant at what happened and acted like we were going to do something, you would then tease us or call us an idiot and say that it is only a little thing and you don’t want to cause any problems because it’s a great job. Huh?
#4
We Like Chick flicks.
You read that right. Just don’t ask us about it. Don’t give us a choice. Just say you want to go to that movie Saturday night. We need the excuse. I mean really, at the end of Armageddon when Bruce Willis is saying goodbye to his daughter, didn’t you notice the man in your life tearing up?
#3
We Like to Smell Pretty
When you go to the store and shop, because you know if you don’t everyone you love will die from hunger because they may have some mental block about like grocery shopping, buy us the nice smelling soaps. We like to smell good and you like us to smell good. Don’t give us the chance to be macho and go for the unscented, floats in water soap. We’re old enough to be more concerned about smelling nice rather than sinking battleships.
#2
We Don’t Think About Megan Fox During Sex
In the middle of sex, do you want to know what we’re thinking? It all depends on the situation. We are focused on how it feels and either a) praying we don’t end the session early or b) hoping we can keep going with that pain in the back before it ruins the moment.
But I am sure some men do think about things. Like earplugs for those who don’t like the overzealous screamer. There are screamers and then there are fire alarms. Screamers are fine, just saying but a lot of focus goes into those fire alarm moments. I mean really, I appreciate appreciation but well sometimes . . . you know?
So, no, no Megan Fox or anyone else for most of us. We’re just enjoying the feel of things.
#1
The Final Thing, and the one you’ve been waiting for . . .How to Make Us Happy In Bed.
How to make us happy in bed? It’s a simple thing really or is it? The idea most things you read about is show up, get naked and the man is happy. Maybe that works for some, but ladies let me clue you in on something. We like the heart behind the happening. A woman could be the worst technical lover to ever exist but can satisfy a man she loves and loves her back because he feels her intent and heart behind it. So it’s not just about showing up and trying to be sexy.
Yeah, I know, if that were true with all men then prostitution wouldn’t be a business. Porn would not be a business. But give me heart and you get me . . . never mind that . . . umm.
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Now I know that a lot of the above has to do with communication and that some ladies love to communicate and men just don’t and that is a huge problem. I am not condoning or excusing the above, I am just telling you the truth of what is reality. Sure some of us try to do better but failures occur. I like to understand things. Tell me things so I don’t interpret something wrong. I want to learn from whatever is happening. But once I know and you know I know . . . as I said above, don’t blame me for staring at the wall.
Anyway, that’s it for today, my Feature for Female Focus Friday here at RonovanWrites. I love Fridays. For all my Friends that might read this, please tell me what things you think?
And ladies if there are things you would like to know my opinion on . . . let me know. I would love to share . . . I really would. That would be awesome, and maybe some of your questions will be answered next Friday in a Female Focus Friday Feature.
Until next time,
Much Respect and Admiration
Ronovan
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Hilarious list!! And so true. #7 and #8 drive me mad. I just don’t understand how someone can NOT have an opinion on something?? My partner knows I’ll poke him until I get more than a one-word answer on a topic that’s important to me. We have a code word when I get too annoying though and then I’ll back off! 😉
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We men have a limited capacity at times to think and we know it. So unless poked we will be as efficient as possible. Or perhaps he just likes you poking him. 🙂
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This was a very enlighting post, and a bit funny too. 🙂
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Just being honest. I gotta be me. Scary as that may be.
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Gosh! This is so accurate. I was nodding and laughing all the way through. Number ten: sulking….argh! This drives me insane.
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Amanda, you men the hubby sulks and pouts? Oh my.
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He has been known to sulk for hours and hours! It’s not good…because I can sulk just as much!
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Oh no, dueling sulks and pouts? I see an article in your future. 🙂
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Funny post and a good read. Just so you know, I won’t write a response post to this one. Oh, and “We know!” LOL.
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Well these are so true. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed. I wonder why men never like these posts I put out like this? hmmm
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Perfect timing! I just stood in the kitchen talking my husband to death last night while he was trying to get his best hang dog expression working. I needed this reminder. Thanks!
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🙂 Glad I could help. 🙂
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That was hilarious. I laughed aloud which might look concerning on a crowded train… Love the pics you used . Great post.
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Excellent. That’s the reaction I need. Readers being looked at as if the people in white with nets need to be called in.
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Haha I think I need to lay low for a bit, I don’t want them to be on to me
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They have spotters along your routes. They’re watching you now.
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Ooh scary. I think they would have gotten me by now they probably got someone else by now
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A humorous piece… like it a lot… yes, there is a but…you’ve described ‘what is’ (maybe)… how about ‘what could be’? 🙂
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You challenging me to something?
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How about what men think women think they know of men… lol ..
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Okay, you’re own. Next weeks Female Focus Friday Feature it is.
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Or what could be a ‘perfect’ balance between two persons in a relationship..not talking about equality here… ‘balance’! Did I just take the humor out of your post? Oops! 🙂
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Take your pick Wise Owl. I find humor in everything. Look at me. I have to. 🙂
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Your blog, your post… go for it.. be brave 😉
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Loved this post..I really enjoyed your honesty. It was a very entertaining to read. I personally like learning about the male mind. 🙂
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Well my mind is male and I am very open and honest. Can’t help it.
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This was such a fun read! The number of times I’ve fought with the husband for not having an opinion on things! Didn’t know this was a common trait in men..I think it’s funny and cute when the man cries while watching emotional scenes during movies..Nice post Ron..love your female focused Fridays!
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Thank you. Female Focused Fridays is pretty much my favorite day, unless I have a photo that I took with my son B. 🙂 He comes first. 🙂 Yes, we men have no opinions quite often. Seriously, I cry at movies, hopefully by myself. But I don’t at the commercials that every cries over. Maybe it has to build up before we can let it go.
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I will be sharing this list with the Mister and I am certain that he will agree with all of them. Good insight to the manly brain. 🙂
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I am glad I got them right. If not . . . I would be very concerned about me being a man. o,O
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Again a great post Ron…why do you guys have a so much attitude when it comes to asking for right direction…I loved your post start to end 😀
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Thank you. 🙂 Traveling is an adventure, but I will speak on this more another time.
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