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drink beer and watch football on Sundays Well, I'm out. |
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You have a different definition of manly than I. What you are describing to me is normal plug and fix daily chores. So I guess it depends on what your view of manly is. How do you define manly? If you ever read Louis L'amour Sackett books his idea of being a man is the same as mine. Maybe that's why I enjoyed the books so much? Real men don't brag of what they done, they just done it. They do things not because it is expected of them but because they see it needs to be done. They stick to their beliefs but let others have theirs. Never abuse a woman in any way, or children, whatsoever. Don't see the need to lie. List is too long.  it sounds like a good list
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A manly man isn't afraid to stop and ask for directions instead of driving 50 miles in THE WRONG DIRECTION
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Manly men know when to ask for help or seek it such as the car issue. And as far as fixing things as well. Some people have no mechaical ability or common sense. I would like my manly man to be able to defend me if needed. Not fight me. And that goes inteletual and physical. And know when to ask for help. yes and not talk dirty on the phone to other women when you are not there...kind of goes with "knows when to ask for help" I know it sounds kinda random but it speaks to a loyalty & honor thing that I would add to your otherwise perfect list |
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I was watching a tv show recently and this married couple were arguing over the fact that the wife thought her husband should be able to build a diy porch. Her arguement was that he's a man, he should be able to do it. Now as ridiculous as this sounded, I could see her point. I do expect a man to be manly. I grew up around cousins who built their mother's house by hand, can fix everything, work hard on a farm plus they can all cook, iron etc. Actually one of them taught me how to bake bread, but all that cooking stuff was just me bragging. What I want to know is do we still expect men to be "manly"? Should he only cry if his favourite soccer team loses? Must he atleast own a couple of tools and know what they are for? Should he only go to the mechanic when his engine is beyond repair? different women are attracted to different types of men, but for me,,, yes, I prefer a man who is 'masculine' and able to read directions,,,, |
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I'm a lumberjack, and I'm ok...I dance all night, and I sleep all day.
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I was watching a tv show recently and this married couple were arguing over the fact that the wife thought her husband should be able to build a diy porch. Her arguement was that he's a man, he should be able to do it. Now as ridiculous as this sounded, I could see her point. I do expect a man to be manly. I grew up around cousins who built their mother's house by hand, can fix everything, work hard on a farm plus they can all cook, iron etc. Actually one of them taught me how to bake bread, but all that cooking stuff was just me bragging. What I want to know is do we still expect men to be "manly"? Should he only cry if his favourite soccer team loses? Must he atleast own a couple of tools and know what they are for? Should he only go to the mechanic when his engine is beyond repair? different women are attracted to different types of men, but for me,,, yes, I prefer a man who is 'masculine' and able to read directions,,,, I don't always read directions, but I know how to read minds.....I know a little about love, but I can always guess the rest.... |
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I was watching a tv show recently and this married couple were arguing over the fact that the wife thought her husband should be able to build a diy porch. Her arguement was that he's a man, he should be able to do it. Now as ridiculous as this sounded, I could see her point. I do expect a man to be manly. I grew up around cousins who built their mother's house by hand, can fix everything, work hard on a farm plus they can all cook, iron etc. Actually one of them taught me how to bake bread, but all that cooking stuff was just me bragging. What I want to know is do we still expect men to be "manly"? Should he only cry if his favourite soccer team loses? Must he atleast own a couple of tools and know what they are for? Should he only go to the mechanic when his engine is beyond repair? No, I don't think a man has to prove he is manly to be a man. He should just be himself. If he can fix something then fine; if not then I wouldn't think any less of him. I know that men think I am less of a lady because I have power tools and do my own renos. I do cook, sew, and clean house; as well as wear dresses but doing what is considered a man's job makes me less a woman. Whatever. |
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Edited by
Phuque2
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Mon 01/09/12 09:26 PM
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I was watching a tv show recently and this married couple were arguing over the fact that the wife thought her husband should be able to build a diy porch. Her arguement was that he's a man, he should be able to do it. Now as ridiculous as this sounded, I could see her point. I do expect a man to be manly. I grew up around cousins who built their mother's house by hand, can fix everything, work hard on a farm plus they can all cook, iron etc. Actually one of them taught me how to bake bread, but all that cooking stuff was just me bragging. What I want to know is do we still expect men to be "manly"? Should he only cry if his favourite soccer team loses? Must he atleast own a couple of tools and know what they are for? Should he only go to the mechanic when his engine is beyond repair? No, I don't think a man has to prove he is manly to be a man. He should just be himself. If he can fix something then fine; if not then I wouldn't think any less of him. I know that men think I am less of a lady because I have power tools and do my own renos. I do cook, sew, and clean house; as well as wear dresses but doing what is considered a man's job makes me less a woman. Whatever. Marry me, well lets live together for a while, at least til I get the roof fixed...You wear dresses??? I'll hold the ladder...Opps, I'm a pig...Signed "DOC" USN Ret. |
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Before  After  Manly men . . . repair bridges? |
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Depends on what you want? If you want a Man then you like masculinity with the potentiality of being controlled, and possibly menipulated. If you want a real man then you want someone who lays down guidlines with a cummunicative approach. A man who understands that in this day and age we are all infallible and imperfect creatures.
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@ Bravalady What makes a man "manly" in my opinion is not just his occupation. I do consider myself a "good" man above all because of how I treat people, animals and my environment that surrounds me. The job that I do is considered "manly" by some but I think that can be said of any man that takes pride in whatever he does. I LOVE my job and take great pride in doing it.
Sorry I didn't leave a better explanation earlier, it was past this manly mans bedtime when I posted those pictures. 
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Edited by
1SOPHIAIUX
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Tue 01/10/12 03:24 AM
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Should?
I don't think so! I was lucky to share a life with what I saw as a manly man: that unique quality of his,among other, allowed us to spend more time together: I pitched in. With my time. I enjoyed that a lot! We worked on house - projects.  Recently, met someone whom boldly said: "I am not a handy-man" (I wasn't asking for any help. We were just talking about what we enjoy doing). That bold statement made me like him even more: he knows his strengths and how to make effective use of his time!    He is the best in his field! Passionate about life and knows how to make me smile and laugh a lot! That's what for me is manly: sharing his "second nature" in a natural way. Huh; I hope that made sense.    
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If you want something done and done right...do it yourself. I like when customers have that same outlook. Oh, how many times a would be $75 job turns into $750 and a trip on a flatbed. 
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I guess I think a man should be... well...manly in all honesty. A man should be strong enough to stand up for the right things. To not be weak for the wrong things. A man should be willing to f*** up....as long as he is still TRYING. A man will put his woman on a pedastle. But, still really wanna play video games. A man should be willing to let you know some of the things he would never tell another soul on Earth. A man should be willing to shed blood, sweat and tears for those whom he loves. I don't care if you got a penis or not.....Being a real and actual man....is earned. Not everyone earns it. I am so with Krupa on this one. I think you have heard me say this. You can be 6'5" and 300 pounds and if you conduct yourself like a boy. I will not listen to you. You can be 5' even and 100 pounds soaking wet and if you conduct yourself like a real grown man with integrity and decency and honor and respect, I will will revere you and honor you in return. It has nothing to do with the ability to use power tools or anything like that. Many a guy who acted like a boy has tried to tell me "how it was going to be" and I just busted up laughing in there faces and mocked them. A few MEN who were REAL MEN in my life who stood up for principles and such were my anchors in hard times and I looked to them. It's all about how they conducted themselves and who they proved themselves to be through their actions. Like I hear some many people complain that their sig. other does not say the words "I love you". So many people have been burned and don't say those actual words but a real man will show you a thousand times a day whether or not he says that through his actions which to me is more important. |
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and then we want them to be "womanly" and cook and clean and put the toilet seat down?? (no stereotyping intended) where does it ever end?? find a man who floats your boat and enjoy the ride! JMHO Words of wisdom.
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Manly men don't have to be dressed in drag to be able to take a compliment like "Good girl" or "Thank you, mother".
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Depends on what you want? If you want a Man then you like masculinity with the potentiality of being controlled, and possibly menipulated. If you want a real man then you want someone who lays down guidlines with a cummunicative approach. A man who understands that in this day and age we are all infallible and imperfect creatures. Since when does manly mean controlling and manipulating? And what does it have to do with laying down guidelines? |
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Depends on what you want? If you want a Man then you like masculinity with the potentiality of being controlled, and possibly menipulated. If you want a real man then you want someone who lays down guidlines with a cummunicative approach. A man who understands that in this day and age we are all infallible and imperfect creatures. ummm not really I do my own guidelines but I definitely am attracted to men - so it will take someone who can step away from the mentality you describe |
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@ Bravalady What makes a man "manly" in my opinion is not just his occupation. I do consider myself a "good" man above all because of how I treat people, animals and my environment that surrounds me. The job that I do is considered "manly" by some but I think that can be said of any man that takes pride in whatever he does. I LOVE my job and take great pride in doing it. Sorry I didn't leave a better explanation earlier, it was past this manly mans bedtime when I posted those pictures. nice photos - what was wrong with the original bridge? |
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