Scott Household Rules
Joanna and I recently had a talk about some establishing some rules around the house. She said she had been thinking about some things and wanted to sit down and talk to me about them. You know what that means.
So, being as smart as I am…. I told her that I had been thinking about some rules for around the house too and asked her if I could have a day to write some down. Then we could get together and talk about them.
Here’s what I came up with:
1. “Yes” and “No” are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question. The efficiency in that is genius.
2. Come to me with a problem only if you want help solving it. That’s what I do. Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.
3. A headache that lasts for 17 months is a Problem. See a doctor.
4. Anything I said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument. In fact, all comments become null and void after 7 Days.
5. You can either ask me to do something or tell me how you want it done. Not both. If you already know best how to do it, just do it yourself.
6. Whenever possible, please say whatever you have to say during commercials. That’s just being courteous.
7. If I ask what is wrong and you say “nothing,” I will act like nothing’s wrong. I know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle. Besides, I know you will bring it up again later.
8. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine…Really.
9. Ask for what you want. Let’s be clear on this one: Subtle hints do not work! Strong hints do not work! Obvious hints do not work! Just say it!
10. If you won’t dress like the Victoria ’s Secret girls, don’t expect me to act like one of those soap opera guys.
There. That’s my list. We’ll see how it goes.
March 16th, 2007 at 3:57 pm
That’s some good stuff.
March 17th, 2007 at 12:40 pm
I think you’re a little confused…I’m not into the “mushy” soap opera type of guy. That’s why I married you.
March 19th, 2007 at 6:18 am
Sounds like someone needs to read “For Men Only” ;)
March 20th, 2007 at 8:22 am
What was your wifes response to your list…..When can we see her list?
March 20th, 2007 at 9:02 am
That is some funny stuff there!!
March 31st, 2007 at 7:17 am
That’s a great list; what was the response?