may 2026
Much to my chagrin, I find myself in the doghouse with the missus. I have many talents that most women would kill for in a man – gardening, Catan, pithy blurbs – but apparently “listening” is not among them.
It’s an accusation I’ve heard from women all my life; not only from mothers, girlfriends and teachers, but from lawyers and CEOs as well, because unlike some men powerful women don’t intimidate me, which is another quality I never hear about. Rather than defend myself – she hates when I do that – I’ll just ask: if I don’t listen to women, then why did I feature a Lambrusco for Wine of the Month? Because it’s perfect for the season? Because it’s dry and fruity and pairs exquisitely with a prosciutto sandwich? Because it comes from the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy, an area renowned for its gastronomy, and I felt compelled to share that tidbit? All worthy reasons, but the true reason is because y’all really like Lambrusco. Folks, I hear you and I see you. Even when it looks like I’m scrolling r/NBA or watching clips from Michael Mann movies, I am listening. If you see the ol’ ball & chain around, do me a favor and pass it along. She’s staying with her sister or friend or something, idk, I think she said Silverlake. |
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