For all the MEN lovers out there

None of this stuff is specific to men. Sorry but I really can't get behind a sentiment like this. There are a lot of men in my life who I appreciate very much, but it's not because they do stereotypical "man" things for me. Why do we want to separate everything into such specific gender roles? Killing insects isn't masculine; it's just something that grown-ups do. Acting like a frightened child when you see a bug isn't doing anyone any favors.

I agree. I am so thankful for all of the men that I have in my life. I am thankful for all of the women too, but there's nothing wrong with taking a moment to thank the men! So here goes...

I am thankful for my Dad! I had the most amazing father. He passes away when I was 14, but I knew that he LOVED me & that he was proud of me. I now have a truly wonderful, funny, and sweet stepdad who makes me laugh, has always accepted me, supported and encouraged me. Oh and plays with & loves my kids! Of all of the many things that I knew I would miss about losing my dad, I knew I would miss not getting to see him as a grandpa the most! He was a big kid, and they would have had so much fun with him. I am so grateful that they have my stepdad. Thank you to my husband who loves me and supports me in all that I do. Thank you to my grandpa's who always made me laugh and gave the best hugs. This was true for both of them. They both also had very sweet, warm, smiles that would always light up when we (the grandkids) would walk in the room. I loved how playful they were! Thank you to my father-in-law who spends more time thinking about his family than anyone I know. I love it when he calls to check, not just on my husband, but on US! That means so much. Thank you to my brothers who are sweet, caring, and would have my back in a second if I needed it. Thank you to my sons, who are growing into amazing young boys and men (One is 5. The other is 14). Then, just thank you to all of the great guys out there who make this world a better place. Thank you!

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Hmm, maybe you need to figure out how to do some things for yourself...

Learn to fix lightbulbs, invest in a stepladder, and whatever other stuff. I believe women should never be dependent on men or vice-versa. NEEDing someone makes most relationship unhealthy.

someone didn't have a good weigh in today :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Hmm, maybe you need to figure out how to do some things for yourself...

Learn to fix lightbulbs, invest in a stepladder, and whatever other stuff. I believe women should never be dependent on men or vice-versa. NEEDing someone makes most relationship unhealthy.

someone didn't have a good weigh in today :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

HAAAA That made me laugh!!!!!

and a big thank you for keeping me on track, being my drill instructor, and letting me rant and rave about all the things that bug me!

None of this stuff is specific to men. Sorry but I really can't get behind a sentiment like this. There are a lot of men in my life who I appreciate very much, but it's not because they do stereotypical "man" things for me. Why do we want to separate everything into such specific gender roles? Killing insects isn't masculine; it's just something that grown-ups do. Acting like a frightened child when you see a bug isn't doing anyone any favors.

Of course these aren't man specific. You aren't getting the point of this thread. As numerous people have said previously, of course they can do those things themselves--any able bodied person can kill a bug, change a light bulb, et cetera. But the fact that our significant male other does it instead, it's appreciated.

And you can obviously thank the man in your life for being there for emotional support or for being a great friend, not what they do for you, posters have mentioned those in there as well.

The only ones separating these gender roles are the negative ones in this thread. The positive ones are just clearly mentioning what goes on in their household. There are diverse posts in this thread that proves this.

Wow! This is a treat for sore eyes! I am truly amazed at the wonderful thoughts and the appreciation that has been posted here. I know that I try to be everything for my wife (yes, I do my own laundry, love to grill when she invites friends over, vacuum the house, mow the lawn, take care of the dogs, paint the house the colors she wants, be supportive for her when she has rough days, cook, clean, watch the kids without complaining, let her watch her favorite tv show when the game is on, make her coffee in the morning before she wakes, go to the grocery to just be with her and help her, and I love her unconditionally!! She is my inspiration and I would do anything for her!!). There are times when I (and other men) feel we aren't appreciated, but this thread has just made my day for many days to come. Women are just amazing, and I love them for that! Thank you all so very much that responded to this thread, and thank you, OP.

Oh dear, you poor guy....you're going to be receiving 1,000 friend requests all asking if you have a brother...or a cousin...or a friend just like you:happy:

Thanks for congragulating me at punching the bag almost as hard as you.
Thanks for giving me a high five when i finally got a ball in the hole (playing pool).
And thanks for always waiting for me and walking behind me either to look at my *kitten* or to make me feel safe... either one is fine by you.
Thanks for having bigger arms that wrap around me and make me feel warm and safe.

This post is sweet. Thanks ladies. I am that guy.

Hmm, maybe you need to figure out how to do some things for yourself...

Learn to fix lightbulbs, invest in a stepladder, and whatever other stuff. I believe women should never be dependent on men or vice-versa. NEEDing someone makes most relationship unhealthy.

I will never mow a yard, change a tire, kill a bug, climb in the attic. I won't ever clean the bathroom shared by our two boys, and I won't ever put gas in my car. And I like it that way! Just because I have a husband that is happy to do the things I despise absolutely does not make the relationship unhealthy. Judgey wudgey was a bear....

We get a thanks for taking a shower? You sound like an easy woman to please.

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thank-you for rubbing my back every night so I fall asleep faster. And for manning the BBQ because i hate the damn thing. I am thankful that you do the dishes because I'd rather wash the toilet 10 times than scrub pots. And for washing the floors, because I know it's a damn hard job (I do it when you're away at work). Thank-you for taking the child every weekend morning so I can sleep as late as I want to, and for helping me grocery shop (because we bag our own groceries, and that takes work). Thank-you for taking care of my jeep, because the deal was I clean the inside and you do the rest. Thank-you for paying most of the bills and allowing me to pay what I can with a little left over. Thank-you for eating my bad cooking, and loving it. Thank-you for giving me a child that tests my patience, acts like me, and drives me nuts. For explaining football to me, not talking to me like an idiot, helping me fold laundry, grabbing my butt every chance you get. Thank-you for never leaving the house without kissing me goodbye, no matter how bad we're fighting. For calling me every night when you're away at work, even if it's just to hear me breath. :smooched: yeah, i'm in love and it feels awesome!

I agree. I am VERY independent and I can definitely do whatever I choose on my own. But it is nice when someone does those little things that you prefer not to. I also think it is such a PC world that it is nice to feel like a woman sometimes, and I know my husband, at least, has ideas about what it means to be a man to him. Here are a few of mine...

Thank you for taking care of things on my car, even after I've only asked a question so that I could do it myself.
Thank you for not being a clean freak or expecting me to be.
Thank you for always mowing the lawn, shoveling the snow and taking out the garbage.
Thank you for asking me questions when I tell you something bad going on for me as it shows me that you care about what I am saying.
Thank you for sharing the cleaning/dishes/laundry responsibilies with me.
Thank you for giving me the time I need to myself to decompress if you are home from work before me.
Thank you for grabbing the check when we are having dinner with the 'rents.
Thank you for always ending a conversation by telling me you love me.

Thank you for being you and allowing me to be me.

Wow susrprised by some of the negativity here. I think it is sweet! It is always nice to take the time out and thank people for the little things. Yes I can change my own light bulbs, kill a bug and open my own doors...but I am not going to pretend I don't like having someone willing to do it for me!

I am a strong independent woman when I need to be...but I have no problem letting my man be the MAN in the relationship! And I am thankful he takes on his role

THIS 100% ^

1000 times over! It's the little things that count, and I think it's great that we are taking time to acknowledge them. It does not make you weaker, it makes you stronger.

Thank you for holding the elevator for me extra long
Thank you for letting me go ahead of you in line (although not sure if this is so you can check out my butt?? well, I don't have one so don't waste your time lol)
Thank you for looking my way and smiling at me when we pass each other, and for not moving your eyes below my face
And thank you to that nice guy that helped me carry my purchases out to my car the other day