I wish more men thought your way. Unfortunately too many retired men think their wives should never get a break from housework no matter how old or tired.
My Mom had Parkinson’s. My Dad, who was NOT domestic in any way, picked up the gauntlet and cared for her rather than put her in a home. Did all the cleaning and cooking. After she passed, he got himself a girlfriend and became a helpless creature once again. LOL
How old are they suppose to be, 80+?? ? If Elly is about 40 were they 40+ too when Elly was born? If they were 30 they are in awful condition for being only 70.
My wife and I shared household duties as she worked “outside” of the house. I took care of my friend and MIL. I got CHEATED out of taking care of my wife because she died suddenly and unexpectedly in March and I NEVER got to care for the MOST IMPORTANT person in my life. I HATE it.
That waiting on spouses as they age, depends if the wife is much younger then the husband. Her dad has it right. For me my hubby is older, he does help around the house yet as years change I will have to help him.
Elle, do your mom and dad a favor, encourage them to arrange for a “Respite Caregiver” now. Your dad thinks he can carry the full care load 24/7/365, but he can’t. He is going to get “caregiver burn-out” very quickly. He needs AT LEAST one day per week that he can leave the responsibility of caring for your mother to some one else while he re-charges his batteries.
Ellie’s father is a classy man who has his priorities right. A man like that is a real keeper. Of course, Ellie’s mother is a sweetie who appreciates him, so they have a win-win relationship.
MaggieK9 about 3 years ago
That’s a really nice strip – I have a mate who suddenly discovered the same thing.
Templo S.U.D. about 3 years ago
from what I recall, my maternal grandfather did most of the cooking after he and my grandmother had retired
capricorn9th about 3 years ago
Wow. We can see them through the back wall of their upper cabinet.
Macushlalondra about 3 years ago
I wish more men thought your way. Unfortunately too many retired men think their wives should never get a break from housework no matter how old or tired.
nmb41 about 3 years ago
My grandfather was the same. After grandma got sick he cooked and cleaned. He said she spent 52 years taking care of him, now it was his turn.
Baarorso about 3 years ago
Now THERE’S a true husband!
dlkrueger33 about 3 years ago
My Mom had Parkinson’s. My Dad, who was NOT domestic in any way, picked up the gauntlet and cared for her rather than put her in a home. Did all the cleaning and cooking. After she passed, he got himself a girlfriend and became a helpless creature once again. LOL
Johnnyrico about 3 years ago
…….Except that the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sugar, and you grabbed the salt..
Yardley701 about 3 years ago
What a loving and loyal attitude.
Gen.Flashman about 3 years ago
How old are they suppose to be, 80+?? ? If Elly is about 40 were they 40+ too when Elly was born? If they were 30 they are in awful condition for being only 70.
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member about 3 years ago
I’m thinking that is wonderful, but I don’t believe she will put up with his cooking for very long. Still, his heart is in the right place.
Snolep about 3 years ago
In most families today both partners put in equal work both outside and inside the home.
musick.mike about 3 years ago
It may be a comic but it’s also a reality. I live it every day taking care of my spouse!
rebelstrike0 about 3 years ago
It is a good idea. Marian caused one fire. If she causes another that is your fault.
jango about 3 years ago
Ahhhhhh…
rshive about 3 years ago
Personally, I can push microwave buttons pretty well.
Jeffin Premium Member about 3 years ago
Wow! Didn’t even know that those tears were there.
preacherman Premium Member about 3 years ago
I hope he and his wife have another 45 years.
John9 about 3 years ago
My wife and I shared household duties as she worked “outside” of the house. I took care of my friend and MIL. I got CHEATED out of taking care of my wife because she died suddenly and unexpectedly in March and I NEVER got to care for the MOST IMPORTANT person in my life. I HATE it.
kab2rb about 3 years ago
That waiting on spouses as they age, depends if the wife is much younger then the husband. Her dad has it right. For me my hubby is older, he does help around the house yet as years change I will have to help him.
paranormal about 3 years ago
Just wait two days after Dad handles things. Mom’s going to have second thoughts that she feels so bad!
joefearsnothing about 3 years ago
This is exactly what’s happening in our marriage for basically the same reasons!
IdoEnjoyyourcomments about 3 years ago
Wow. This reminds me of my parents.
Vangoghdog01 about 3 years ago
Elle, do your mom and dad a favor, encourage them to arrange for a “Respite Caregiver” now. Your dad thinks he can carry the full care load 24/7/365, but he can’t. He is going to get “caregiver burn-out” very quickly. He needs AT LEAST one day per week that he can leave the responsibility of caring for your mother to some one else while he re-charges his batteries.
BlitzMcD about 3 years ago
Uh boy. Here it comes. My sympathies, gramps.
Train 1911 about 3 years ago
Doing the same thing at 84 taking care of my wife with th helpOf Hospice.
Allan CB Premium Member about 3 years ago
Thus begins the saddest periods of time in FBoFW history.
JustMe about 3 years ago
this is adorable. Now someone just needs to keep him away from that giant box of salt… :)
jbcuster about 3 years ago
Wow! If only.
mikeywilly about 3 years ago
Two words: THATS LOVE!!!!
Guess05 about 3 years ago
Sweet man.
marilynrknits about 3 years ago
Ellie’s father is a classy man who has his priorities right. A man like that is a real keeper. Of course, Ellie’s mother is a sweetie who appreciates him, so they have a win-win relationship.