Monthly Archives: May 2013

Guy raves about his Husqvarna lawnmower

Three of anything can be a good thing.  I own three pairs of slacks, three sets of skis, and three hockey jerseys.  The slacks decorate my closet and hang next to three dress shirts behind three ties.  My wife, Hun, … Continue reading

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A Post-Mother’s Day Report: Guy Finds the Right Gift

Whew, my kids saved me from shopping for a sarong.  Kate’s text intercepted my brain waves while I strolled through Old Navy with Maggie.  We had been there an hour.  A sales clerk laid out four sarongs: one pink, one … Continue reading

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Tips for Guys this Mother’s Day

Category:                        Mother’s Day shopping Anxiety Level:                 Near Panic Level of Difficulty:          Extreme Results of Blowing It:      Major   Brothers, wake-up!  Mother’s Day is May 12.  Postpone taking down the Christmas lights another week. Run, don’t walk, to shop.  This time it’s for mom.  … Continue reading

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Child labor comes in handy

Kids drive parents crazy if given the upper hand.  I try to control the deck as best as possible.  Youth is no match against experience. Like many parents, I nag my kids to do their homework and clean their rooms.  … Continue reading

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