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I really enjoyed this, but you ladies need some old-fashioned advice for the guys. Mark from Norway via St. Louis. Do you realize what an asset this guy is for his community? You are right that men bond over activity, so he needs to get out and be active. Without his wife. Go volunteer with the scouts, lead the kids (and, oh by the way, the dads) out on a hike. Teach them stuff about international affairs. Share your experiences and life with others. Volunteer with a church group, or at the men’s shelter, or as a soccer coach. Take a home improvement class at Home Depot. Heck, he sounds like maybe he could teach a class. Youthful energy, get out, make use of it. Without his wife. Friends will happen when activities are shared.

The guy whose mom is trying to set him up. Sheesh. It’s time to have an old-fashioned view of VOCATION. Some people are not meant to be married. Can you imagine what an asset that can be to the community? The guy with time to share? Mom needs to butt out, and see the possibilities for what a single man of consequence can do in this world.

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