Women don't men who don't know how to fix things get on your nerves?

Question

I can fix most things, but when I ask a man to put a nail in something, and he looks as me and says he can't fix it...I think" pathetic".

Even though I asked the women..notice how many men answered. LOL

Answer 1

Ummm.. Try using better decision making when picking a mate! Not all men are mechanically inclined.
By the way, I'm a mechanical engineer, model maker, and tool and die technician. The only thing I cant fix is a broken color t.v. and the attitudes of disgruntled women..Ha

Good Luck in the future with your nerves...

Answer 2

WOW a pretty good question, but not exactly an open minded point of view, no offense.

Is this MAN,,,YOUR man, or ANY? If it's a generalization, then I applaud those here, of both genders, who disagree.

I was BORN male, I didn't choose my gender, NOR did I strictly choose the fact that I have done trades work for more than half my life. I'm not at all opposed to someone in Your gender who can weild a hammer, and in fact, might then also not judge in a sexist way. I can Cook, I do Clean house, do Laundry, and at the same time probably think about what I can do to not only improve my life, but my environment as well, AND perhaps Help others, male or female.

There is nothing on this planet that CAN't be accomplished by either gender, if they wish to. Other than the fact that I cannot bear a child, I can certainly contribute to the process.

I'd be most happy to have my Aldara, be my Hammer partner, and suspect she could be, with no major issues. I agree however, that my gender, some,,, are no more than an arms distance from the caves, but to LUMP US all into the "pathetic" status, is a bit much.

Certainly, hopefully, both genders have evolved AWAY from "A Womans Place Is In The Home" attitude, albeit SOME wanna be. I'll be most happy to have a female on a Job site, who can operate a D-11 CAT, then wash for lunch and enjoy a picnic that I prepared.

The fact that "YOU CAN" is certainly to your credit, though I'm not sure it gives you bragging rights, just as the fact that I can't stricly operate a Sewing machine, shouldn't have to be something I have to defend. As one young lady stated, perhaps you approach the wrong men, when asking?

I will agree, and defend you to the "ENTH" degree, that a Guy who knows where the Hamper is; Knows how to open the lid, and still drops his Boxers on the floor, next to the hamper, should probably be kicked to the curb. That was a complete dramatization of course.

Steven Wolf
No PINK tools Girls, please.

Answer 3

I have to answer this from the man's side. Yes,,,,it is genetic. Men are expected to know these things. We are brought up learning to fix things and just know how it works. Personally, I love it. I take care of just about everything around, under, through and over the house. My "Honey dew" list looks like the opening day of Congress, but I honestly dont mind. I also take a lot of pride of accomplishment in getting something done right the first time. So yes, I totally agree with you. I hope this helps.

Answer 4

As a man, maybe I can put a male perspective on this subject. I can and enjoy fixing most things. I have even stopped to change the flat tire for the woman with a car load of children, or in work finery so she wouldn't get dirty.

Do I fix things and stop to help every time someone needs something. NO, At one time a woman and her friends criticized everything I did, so I just don't do it anymore, except for myself. That way I am not subjected to criticism.

Train us not to do things for you, and we will act accordingly.

Answer 5

I'm with ya on this one! I am the one that fixes everything here. My Dad knew how to fix anything around the house and our cars when he was alive. I supposed when I picked my mate, I figured daddy would be here to take care of me forever. My husband can't do anything...poor thing...but he does provide enough money for me to hire someone if I can't do it myself. I think his problem is that he was raised by a single Mom...no Dad around.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

I suppose it's like a woman who can't cook, clean or sew eh? everyone has their tallents. I myself can cook, clean, sew, run a new outlet, put in a light, put down tile, run plumbing, change locks, tires etc, I can even do masonary, but not very quickly and it's not as nicely finished as a pro would do, but it's solid sturdy and safe.

Answer 8

Yes. A man who won't help fix a flat tire or even check the oil because he doesn't know how is more than pathetic. Why else do you think I'm with you??

Answer 9

same here i have been single 5 yrrs know i can fix almost anything i would like a man to shovel out my driveway though been busy raising my daughter do not have time to date but i learned on my own how to paint cawlk windows put up plastic on my windows what do i need a man for he would just be in the way of me fixing things lol.

Answer 10

just because they are a guy doesn't necessarily mean they are supposed to be "handymen". If they had no-one to teach them basic home repairs or how to use power tools, then so be it. no-one---even men, are born knowing these things.