Just Can't Win
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
Old 12-09-2008, 01:13 PM   #1
Pro
 
dayexco's Avatar
 
Trade: entrepreneur of excavating expertise
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,604

Just Can't Win

had 5" of snow last nite. worked all nite pushing snow. wife calls me at 6:30 this a.m., we weren't done yet....and asks...why is it, we have 2 pickups w/blades, 2 front end loaders, and a bobcat......and our driveway is ALWAYS the last one to get plowed?

__________________
someday, i'll be as patient as Nick.
dayexco is offline  
Warning: The topics covered on this site include activities in which there exists the potential for serious injury or death. ContractorTalk.com DOES NOT guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information contained on this site. Always use proper safety precaution and reference reliable outside sources before attempting any construction or remodeling task!

Old 12-09-2008, 01:30 PM   #2
Pro
 
denick's Avatar
 
Trade: excavating / concrete / masonry
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: NW, CT
Posts: 2,452

Re: Just Can't Win

So what did you say in reply?
__________________
Nick

"Every day I remind myself that my inner and outer life are based on the labors of other men, living and dead, and that I must exert myself in order to give in the same measure as I have received and am still receiving" Albert Einstein
denick is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 01:37 PM   #3
Pro
 
dayexco's Avatar
 
Trade: entrepreneur of excavating expertise
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,604

Re: Just Can't Win

i'll be right out dear
__________________
someday, i'll be as patient as Nick.
dayexco is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 02:20 PM   #4
Pro
 
1mancrew's Avatar
 
Trade: Remodeling
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Ohio
Posts: 201

Re: Just Can't Win

For the honey do list here...I just tell her she doesn't pay enough.
1mancrew is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 02:23 PM   #5
Professional Instigator
 
rbsremodeling's Avatar
 
Trade: Design Build Remodeling Contractor DC MD
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Washington, DC/ Maryland
Posts: 6,872

Re: Just Can't Win

Quote:
Originally Posted by dayexco View Post
i'll be right out dear

Wise man. I would have add a sorry on the end myself but good job
__________________
rbsremodeling is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 02:35 PM   #6
Pro
 
mickeyco's Avatar
 
Trade: Squirrel Handler
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Chicago
Posts: 3,432

Re: Just Can't Win

Buy her a shovel.






.
__________________
Some people climb mountains. I take out the trash. But we both do it for the same reason.
mickeyco is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 02:42 PM   #7
Curmudgeon
 
neolitic's Avatar
 
Trade: carpentry/remodeling/"Yes M'am we do"
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Beech Grove, Indiana, Birthplace of the "King of Cool"
Posts: 11,707

Re: Just Can't Win

Quote:
Originally Posted by denick View Post
So what did you say in reply?
Spoken like a man who really
wants to stay married.
__________________
Put your location in your profile!
(Sorry....it seems there really are dumb questions)
neolitic is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 04:27 PM   #8
Pro
 
threaderman's Avatar
 
Trade: Plumbing & Gas Contractor
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Oklahoma city
Posts: 1,178

Re: Just Can't Win

Other than sundays,this is my first slow day/day off in 2 months,and I'm cleaning house since my wife works 6 days a week too...BAH,HUM-BUG!
threaderman is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 07:07 PM   #9
Vagitarian
 
rino1494's Avatar
 
Trade: site and utility contractor
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Dallas, PA
Posts: 3,092
Send a message via AIM to rino1494

Re: Just Can't Win

Tell her to get the skid steer.
__________________
Life is hard. It is harder when you are stupid

Uncle Sam wants YOU....to speak ENGLISH
rino1494 is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 07:25 PM   #10
Pro
 
dayexco's Avatar
 
Trade: entrepreneur of excavating expertise
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,604

Re: Just Can't Win

read/listen to the lyrics of john berry's song...."i never lost you"...i swear he stole those lyrics out of my heart. been married 34 yrs now...pretty much sums up my married life
__________________
someday, i'll be as patient as Nick.
dayexco is offline  
Old 12-09-2008, 08:57 PM   #11
Contractor
 
tgeb's Avatar
 
Trade: Excavation, Foundation, Concrete
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Maryland
Posts: 3,276

Re: Just Can't Win

Quote:
Originally Posted by dayexco View Post
....and asks...why is it, we have 2 pickups w/blades, 2 front end loaders, and a bobcat......and our driveway is ALWAYS the last one to get plowed?

The proper answer is "Honey the roadways are not safe, I am only thinking of your safety, as soon as the roads are passable we will get the drive cleared out. I love you."

Works for me every time.
__________________
Tom

www.gebcon.com
tgeb is offline  


« Previous Thread | Top of Page | What's New | Next Thread »
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Linear Mode
Rate This Thread:

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off

Join Now... It's Fast and FREE!

Privacy Badge
I am a professional contractor
I am a DIY Homeowner
ContractorTalk.com is for
PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTORS ONLY!

At ContractorTalk.com we cater exlusivly to professional contractors who make their living as a contractor. Knowing that many homeowners and DIYers are looking for a community to call home, we've created www.DIYChatroom.com DIY Chatroom is full of helpful advices and perfect for DIY homeowners.

Redirecing in 10 seconds
No Thanks
terms of service

Already Have an Account?