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Native Son replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"The big issues with the laundry in Native Son's household are the different techniques and practices used by Native Son and Mrs. Son.  "
May 13, 2012
Carl Monster replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"That's exactly our arrangement. I so hate cooking."
May 12, 2012
Carl Monster replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"I wish your headline was true. Some of the biggest slobs I know have been women. Men just naturally win out because, well, they generally smell worse."
May 12, 2012
Carl Monster replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"Behavior can change, yes, and starting very young. Interesting findings on nature vs. nurture buried in this toy article on the NTY site. http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/opinion/does-stripping-gender-from-toys-really-make-sense.html"
May 12, 2012
Brandon Michael replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"People do that with all behavior from everyone. Behavior can change, though, but not personality so compromise is still needed on both parties in a couple."
May 12, 2012
Will replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"I wouldn't call myself passive, but we do reverse a few things.  I'm more verbal than she is and more able to articulate.  I care more about what she wears than she does.  She's less into spending money than I am.…"
May 11, 2012
Dallas the Phallus replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"One thing I forgot to mention is that when we examine gender differences, one of the worst bad habits people have is to first recognize something (some behavior or inclination) and then second, jump to the conclusion that there must be something…"
May 11, 2012
Dallas the Phallus replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"Well, this is from 2009, and it looks like Jenks is probably long gone, but I am going to comment here to put this back on the front page. Some people may find it interesting. I do find it interesting as well, though I am blessedly untroubled by…"
May 11, 2012
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"Hello My Dear how are you my name is Miss Rita i saw your profile today and become interested in you so here is my e-mail adderss (ritakoneh@hotmail.co.uk) Please try to send me E-mail so that I can give you my picture.for you to know whom…"
Mar 26, 2010
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Aug 30, 2009
Joseph L. Rogers replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"Fookin' A! This is great, dude, and thank you for posting it. I've been reading some stuff of the same nature here and there. A favorite author, John Ringo, delves into it in several of his books. Will, as far as seeing the laundry first,…"
Jun 13, 2009
Will replied to Jenks's discussion How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up
"I'm all for recognizing gender differences, and honoring them. But I see the laundry pile up first in my marriage."
Jun 11, 2009
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How the male brain can't see the laundry pile up

G'Day fellow men,Came across this article by Naomi Wolf which provides an interesting spin on gender roles.Look forward to your thoughts and discussion...How the male brain can't see the laundry pile upNorth Americans of my generation grew up with the 1970s children's record Free to Be ... You and Me, on which Rosey Grier, an immense former gridiron star, sang It's All Right to Cry. The message: girls could be tough, and boys were allowed not to be.For almost 40 years, that era's Western…See More
Jun 11, 2009
Jenks replied to Brett McKay's discussion 30 Days to a Better Man Day 2: Shine Your Shoes in the group 30 Days to a Better Man 2009
"No shoes yourself? Go and find someone's shoes who do need shining. An elderly relative perhaps... Or sit down with your son or daughter and teach them how to shine their shoes."
Jun 1, 2009
Jenks replied to Brett McKay's discussion 30 Days to a Better Man Day 1: Define Your 5 Core Values in the group 30 Days to a Better Man 2009
"My Core Values: Integrity (honest, dependable, truthful, respectful) Clarity (of mind, commmunication, purpose) Balance (family, work, leisure, faith) Selflessness (giving > receiving) Wisdom (mindfulness, life-long learning)"
Jun 1, 2009
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At 6:28am on April 14, 2009, thehuhman said…
Welcome to the Family Man group, Jenks. Cool Mark Twain quote.
 
 
 

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B.A. Poskin added a discussion to the group Scotch Connoisseurs
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Hard to find, only find in Scotland.

Hey Gents!Looking for some hard to find stuff. Maybe not so much expensive but good, and only to be found in Scotland. Any ideas? Or any ideas on where I might find such information?Thanks for the help!See More
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Michael replied to Nathan DeParis's discussion Women: The Infallible Baromoter
"Perhaps so, I included morals to cover my bases, there are areas between the two that get cloudy."
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Liam S. replied to Alexander Connell's discussion Wolf Blitzer pushes tornado survivor to admit she thanked the lord. She tells him she's an atheist in the group Gentlemen Atheists
"Awesome. "
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Liam S. replied to Nathan DeParis's discussion Women: The Infallible Baromoter
"I disagree that ethics necessarily reflect morals. Virtues, maybe. But manners and ethics are social constructs, not moral ones. Morals *may* come into play, but are not necessarily part of the equation. "
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Michael replied to Nathan DeParis's discussion Women: The Infallible Baromoter
"I would disagree about manners. Manners are a subset of ethics, therefore ultimately morals and virtues will come into play."
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Michael replied to Nathan DeParis's discussion Women: The Infallible Baromoter
"Adam's assertion doesn't require analyzing how a nation treats it's women.  Granted treating women appropriately ought be expected of any civilized nation just as treating any person appropriately is. Adam's assertion…"
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D.J. replied to chad's discussion Need girl advice
"Read this: I would say no. But of course I'm not you and I'm not in much of a position to answer that question. YOU should answer it though, if only to yourself. "
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