Stupidity Rehab: Recent Episodes
Bobby Quinn
I'm all for treating people the same. I just think we need to realize men and women are different. As the father of daughters and a son I can talk for experience.
Children are wonderful. Well most are but once in a while you run into one that is not so wonderful.
I know marriages run into rough patches. But I never figured Pizza would be our rough patch.
All these ads on TV dealing with health issues just are nuts. It's hard to keep them straight from Low E to Low T, to Free Range foods. What's a person to think?
Had to have the talk with my grandson. I wasn't expecting to but then it happened and I didn't have a choice.
Life is full of moments. Events and great but usually you remember the silly moments more. Let me share one example.
I've heard a lot of talk about equity these days. Well a conversation with my wife, about the amount of loving equity I was receiving or should I say inequity was a major topic in my home.
Sure we've been taught to take a nice bottle of wine when attending a persons party. Well I decided to go different route for a change.
We have so many different warning's on TV programs now. I ran into a new one the other day that I really didn't understand.
It's weird how how I'd describe a relationship growing up would be totally foreign to the teens of today. They wouldn't have any idea what I was talking about.
This time of year brings on the Christmas Debate and Christmas Trees. Do you go real or artificial? Let me share what I think.
The holidays are filled with many emotions. Some good and some bad. Maybe even some Christmas magic.
Most of us think we're pretty decent gift givers. I put myself in that category. Except my latest gift purchase has caused me to get a certain amount of flack.
I don't talk a lot about religion. But let me share a weird story concerning a small prayer I made in the car.
Little kid birthdays are so wonderful. But every now and then you see a kid open a gift and you go, what? Let me share an example.
It's nice to watch a sport that you know all he rules to, unlike soccer. I had to explain that to my wife recently.
I think we need to relax on all these baby gender reveal parties. Let's wait until the kid is born and can decide if they want to be called Bob or Brenda.
I enjoy soup, but it has it's limitations. If you have soup at a party you got rules to follow buddy. Let me tell you what I ran into that involved soup.
I check out advice columns from time to time. This is one after reading I came to a few different conclusions on.
This holiday I told my wife I'm bringing the heat, romance wise. Plus can you tell someone their child's annoying?
I never realized you could graduate from going to church. Yep and never have to attend a Sunday Service again according to Jesus. I was told about this and I have some church music suggestions.
Today we seem to treat many people as if they are invisible. It's amazing how people respond if you take time to notice them.
We all have gone to a funeral or two. Well I have an idea to help lighten the moment. Yep a thought to pick up a down moment.
Inflation is out of control. I don't think it's wrong to try and save a dollar where ever you can. My wife disagrees.
Being a father of daughters it seems so easy to find ways to get in trouble with them. Who would have thought the Easter Story could land me in hot water?
Most things you encounter in life have rules. For example building a house or fixing a car engine even driving on the road. All have rules you must follow. But their are no set rules with women. Each one is different and unique.
I'm amazed how parents today seem to think they can't allow their children any free time. The kids have to have every minute scheduled from sports to this and that. What ever happened to just sending a child outside to play?
Well we now have new words we are told are no longer proper to use. Yep and I got the replacements we're to use. The Sexual Revolution, we've all heard about it. Well I was asked if I was a participant? Well I share what I revealed.
How we deal with children these days is so different then when many of us were children. I came across an old mini-series from a few years ago that really made me shake my head.
Children bring such joy. But sometimes not so much. We all have instances when we would love to say something to out of control kids.
So many things going on this month from being happier to trying to not complain as much. Plus gift giving and those Clydesdales. Plus we all have our least favorite Christmas song. I'll tell you mine.
Do I believe in the Supernatural? Yes, kinda, but I'm a bit shaky on the whole subject. But recently something happened to make me re-examine
my whole view of things.
It is the time of year you run into more unusual people then normal. Here are a few of my thoughts from my Know It Some upbringing.
I never realized how some foods have become much more popular. With the holiday season starting you might want to get prepared for lots of coleslaw selections. Yes I know it sounds scary.
It tough at times these days to find time to connect with that special partner in your life. I've been trying to make an effort in this department with out a lot of luck.
My favorite conversations are the off the cuff out of the blue ones and they can range from monkeys to hearing aids.
Can't believe I just got past Halloween and Christmas Decorations are everywhere. Now I'm expected to clean around the home. Yuck.
I think I'm a well rounded man. I decided to do something special for my wife. I surprised her with what I wanted to give her and I was flatly turned down.
It's a time for goodbyes. So first off so long Summer. Also I'd like to mention Freaks, Political Correctness and Potato Salad. Wow what a podcast line-up.
It seems today people seem to think they can get away with doing things half-ass if they use the term "It was to much trouble". I have reached my limit of hearing the "To much trouble" line. Let me share my insight into this issue.
I'm no Poser and I bet you aren't either. Perhaps being true to yourself sometimes kind of makes you out to be weird. When really you're actually more a pioneer.
Marriage is wonderful. So many special moments. But also many moments of tiny dust ups. The spice of marriage is the occasional moments of friction between you and your love.
The Thumb is a boring part of our anatomy. But when used to hitchhike it can raise the excitement level. I spotted a person trying to thumb a ride the other day. I had a few things run thru my mind while watching them try and drum up a ride.
On this Stupidity Rehab Bobby Quinn explains on life is full of ups and downs but if you hang on a minute during a bad thing, something good might pop up. Something real good.
Sometimes a bad thing can happen which ends up leading into a good thing. Life is full of ups and downs. I had a down that turned into a good.
I love animals. But our dog pushed me to my limits the other day when it got off it's leash and decided to give us an example of what "Out of Control" means. I'm sure others enjoyed the show.
Some say they are old school, while others claim to be new school. What are some of the differences? Let's dive into some new and old school things.
I enjoy playing with people. My wife calls is messing with people. Well my latest was expressing to someone my new method of celebrating Christmas. It's Christmas in July. A time for the giving of the holiday gifts. Yep, perhaps I'll even sell you on this idea.
I had to explain to my daughter the other day how I wasn't checking someone out, but rather sizing them up. Let me explain what I mean by this statement.
Being a guy you can count on always learning new ways you can do something wrong to get into trouble. That happened to me in the car very innocently recently with my wife.
I never think it's to late for anything. That's why I decided to embark on becoming a Role Model. Sure it'll take some work but I think I can do it.
Getting ready to kick off summer. That means here comes Memorial Day. When talking about our holiday feast with my kids I had to share some tidbits they didn't seem aware of. Oh how it's nice to share knowledge.
Times they are crazy. With as hectic as it all is I made a very simple request. So far the answer is not back yet. But wow how my request unsettled some friends of mine.
This is the first Mothers Day I can remember where I've got all my gifts and can just relax. But I must admit I've made some mistakes when it comes to Mothers Day gifts in the past.
I got a taste of Age Discrimination the other day. At the hands of my son. Let me share my story of surprise and disappointment.
I worry about a lot of things. TV gives us many new things to worry about. My biggest worry these days is about Heaven. I sure hope it's fun?
I have children and I wouldn't give away any of them. Some men only want boys and no girls. I call them out of their mind.
What is wrong about wanting to stay fresh and clean when going out? Seems it's wrong if you have a big bib you'd like to wear when chowing down at a restaurant. My family is giving me headaches because I care about looking good and not getting messy.
If I have one thing that I've grown tired of it's being ambushed at the checkout register to give to some charity. They hit you with different amounts you could give while paying for your purchase or just round up your bill and give that extra to whatever special cause they have. Enough is enough.
Dr. Seuss has been catching some flack about some of his children's books. I decided to pay tribute to Dr. Seuss with my effort to do a small type Dr. Seuss story.
Dog love is everywhere these days. Some of it is a bit extreme I think. When I think of dogs and balls it's a touchy subject. Let me explain this to you.
We've all at times spotted a piece of abandoned furniture along side the road. An old couch left in the medium or a discarded mattress laying beside the road. How about a hotline that folks can call those spotted items into. Log them on line where they were seen at and bingo bango perhaps someone has found that used couch they've been in search of.
Things should be opening up some as the weather warms. With mingling being possible again I decided to have some things I could easily share with strangers.
I've been stuck home watching a lot more TV then ever. I realized we need some new and fresh tv show ideas. Here are a few of my ideas that I might take to Hollywood.
Being an Archaeologist would be boring. Digging through things just is unexciting. But not so much if it involved cleaning out my wife's car. You never know what you'll uncover next.
The pandemic has taken it's toll on us. Reports are now women are giving up on beauty. They say why work on looking good if I can't go out to show it off. No no no, we can't let this happen.
It funny how we remember things. If you asked me what I did back on July 23rd, 1988, I couldn't tell ya. But if you asked if I remember the time we were in the car and accidently ran over a chicken? Yep I remember that moment as plain as day.
The world is a different place these days. But I'm not an idiot. I know how to wash my hands. Things are just weird.
Got our first snow of the season. Plus I've run into some Dateline episodes that are upsetting me and I need to vent.
Are you officially ready for Christmas? If so what is your role in the family? Each member plays a different part. Let me explain how it works.
Could this be the money-making idea I've been in search of? We've heard of Un Tuck It shirts. Well, I have something that could work with the Untuckit look. Hear me out and let's see what you think.
According to studies the most frequently expressed complaint men have about women is how she's always trying to change them. Let's look deeper into this situation.
What do I know about caskets? Not much. That doesn't mean this is a dead-end subject. My wife got me thinking about how you can put a different spin on an old boring casket.
Even with Covid 19 out and about folks will still gather for Thanksgiving. What can we expect? I'll share what I think and a couple of new wrinkles I'll be adding to my turkey day.
Marriage is a wonderful thing. But somethings about it suck. Let me explain one of the parts of marriage that suck for most men. Maybe you'll agree or perhaps disagree?
I so enjoy this time of year. Except for get-togethers where a lot of strangers are at. I seem to be a magnet for boring people. Let me share some of my recent boring people encounters.
Emily Post was an expert on manners and etiquette. In today's society, she'd have to make some changes to her etiquette rules. I have suggestions for her if she were alive still and was to come out with a manners guide for those, not of high society breeding.
I get annoyed with those you say "Hey I know what I'm talking about". I heard that recently when someone was spouting off about straws. Can you please let me drink my Big Gulp in peace?
I think it's time to reimagine our use of cereal. It shouldn't just be for breakfast and perhaps a nighttime snack. Let's let those yummy breakfast cereals be a part of our party scene. I can explain how I would do it.
Baby Strollers have gotten out of control. The size and how people use them has turned shopping into a Mad Max movie.
I've been learning so much about nutrition these days I can't want to share some of my new knowledge. Plus what is with the word Extreme these days? Every other product at the store or on TV is labeled extreme.
I dislike hearing stories without some specifics. One recently frustrated me concerning someone's relation.
I'm not all sold on this happy wife happy life business. I recently tried to set up a special arrangement for the wife and me for when we take road trips.
Every now and again a person can have a moment where unexplained things happen. I had one of those where I channeled the spirit of Fonzie.
I discovered a list of all the cereals that have disappeared over the years. Let's take a sad trip back and say a final goodbye to some of them.
We've all sang a romantic song from time to time. Perhaps even to your sweetheart. Imagine being told to never sing to them again. Wow how crushing.
Some expressions we use make no sense. Let's take one popular expression we use and look a bit closer at it.
I see news stories on tv with people being arrested. One thing I just don't understand? Plus I now know if I have an accident and lose my big toe, I have a plan for what to do.
Why is it men for the most part have little say about how the inside of their home is decorated? Wome get the final word on most things. It's a problem that needs to be fixed.
I know what I like. I'm sure you have your own likes and dislikes. Everyone is different and some people just don't understand that.
I am constantly surprised by what people wear on their clothing. Recently someone's shirt gave me new-found knowledge on fairies.
Are you a people pleaser? If so, good for you. It's tough making others happy. Let me share some of my examples.
What's the saying about how not to judge a book by its cover. Well, that goes for many things. Let see what you think of this conversation?
Why does everything need to be improved? Sometimes somethings good already. Let it be. Some things are just weird. Let me explain.
It's back to school time for many. The thing I always dreaded about this time of year was the back to school clothes shopping trip with the kids.
I am easy going. But I have one area I hate being bossed around with and that's homes that make you take off your shoes before entering. I have issues to share on this.
So many little but interesting things going on around us. Today's chapter examines some of those little things that are happening.
I wish many tattoos I spot on people were accompanied by an explanation as to what it means. Many just come off looking kind of weird.
Everyone has something that is their thing. It could be collecting something or trying to save something from harm. I've settled on a new thing for me. I might have this thing all to myself.
It's surprising how terms I used when dating in high school are totally foreign to teenagers today.
I was informed I was a but man the other day. I don't think so, but you can be the judge.
When dating someone new, meeting each other's family for the first time can be nerve-racking. Some handle it better than others.
No one is perfect. There is someone for everyone. Let's talk about this and explain it.
I'm not a religious expert. I go to church and try not to daydream too much while I'm in the pew. I did learn something new about church this week.
I had someone tell me he didn't think is lady was very attractive because she looked to eighties. What does that even mean? I tried to set him straight about the women of the eighties.
Remember when the only thing we had to be afraid of was taking candy from strangers? It's not like that anymore.
I informed my wife that she had superpowers and she wasn't as thrilled as I thought she'd be. And yes most men don't trust Mr. Clean.
We all have moments when we can be a hero. Most men think of themselves as low-level Avengers.
People asking for money on the street. My experiences with this when with my daughter and son.
I'm starting a new tradition on my wedding anniversary this year. I'll be surprising my wife with a State of our Marriage Address. I'll be sharing things I think she's doing great and things she needs to work on. She'll be so touched I believe.
We all see those advice pieces in papers and online. I spotted one the other day that gave me pause to think. Let's see if you agree with me?
A new medical condition has emerged. I call it pizza topping frustration. How is it caused and do you suffer from it? Let's find out?
We are all fans of love. It's so wonderful and beautiful. But I have one particular love that is not that wonderful. Let me explain and I bet you'll agree.
As my kids get older, things with them don't get any easier. The ladies in my house are a hard bunch to understand.
Every average guy has a blowup with his lady from time to time. For those times you need some help making the peace. This Female Fix it Box could be your answer.
I got flipped the bird the other day and was shocked since I was undeserving of that finger. Plus can we take a pause on potato chips?
It seems I'm not really encouraged to volunteer again to help with Vacation Bible School. I thought I had a great nack for bible teaching. Some parents don't think so.
It seems the world has gone crazy. Every day it's something new. The one job I don't want my kids to pursue?
Experiences we have and learn from while married. What's wrong with eating in bed my love?
I try and keep my nose in my own business. It at times is especially tough when it involves others, rowdy children.
Life is crazy. Not too many people have a story that centers around a pickle. Well, I do.
Women are wonderful but as I explained to my son, they can also be weird in some ways. I shared a few examples.
We all have those moments when you have a vision. An artistic inspiration you feel inclined to follow. For a man, if it involves moving around living room furniture it could be bad news.
Talking about gossip and how I follow the rules of gossip like Jesus did. Let me share my gossip knowledge and how I gossip the way the
Bible does. I think?
How are you greeting people during this pandemic? Many different methods. Let me share a few. Also, what about Netflix, will it be available in Heaven? My grandson asked and here is my answer.
I love certain holidays more than others. I have parts of past holidays still out on display. I don't think that' s super weird? I have one Valentine mystery I think I've finally figured out.
Are you one who has an endless amount of encouragement to give others? Let's chat about that. Also tattoos are so popular these days. It's fun when you run across a new tattoo theme on someone's body.
It's amazing how things have improved and gotten better over the past number of years. Everything has gotten better except perhaps one thing.
Were you a part of history? Sure you aren't old enough to be involved in the American Revolution or Custers Last Stand. But did you participate in the Sexual Revolution? If so you are a part of history. Hello you freedom fighter.
I try and follow good etiquette in most areas. What are the code of conduct and proper etiquette for phone chargers at home?
I love animals. I especially adore dogs, but let's be honest some seem to go a little overboard for their pooch these days.
Parenting is tough. Many times you have to make decisions on the fly. With small children sometimes the best solution can be the stupid one.
I don't like to argue, but I do enjoy a healthy debate. My kids say I'm an instigator. I say oh no I'm one who encourages the exchanging of opinions. Plus I don't yell, but rather just speak loudly.
Everyone has problems. We get it. But now they try and label them as issues. Which means the need to tiptoe around them constantly. Not me!
I've watched a lot of old Perry Mason and Law and Order episodes but was not aware of Relationship Crimes. Do you know the last time you committed one?
Helping solve a problem for someone can make you feel like a hero. But many problems end up being head-scratchers.
It's time to do away with the word Quitter. Perhaps you're not quitting something, but rather taking a restart. It could be good to be a Restarter.
Marketing yourself for online dating. You gotta present yourself correctly for the best results. Any all many of us men want to do for our women is help. Why is it when it comes to a female's hair, our advice is poorly accepted?
We're all seeking to find ways to earn some extra cash. I'm thinking of helping the lord part-time. I decided to be about bringing the love.
Why is it new employes get the bring your "A Game" speech? I also feel viewing Victoria's Secret fashion show is patriotic, I'll explain.
Marriage is a wonderful thing. I embrace many things but I have learned together projects with my wife is my one Kryptonite.
We all get in the doghouse from time to time. Why is it punishments so often involve withholding love?
Online learning has become a big thing. It's great for some things and not so for others.
Life is full of funny things. But for each of us it's something different that truly hits our funny bone. Here's a couple from me.
Ladies need to take the love punishment chip off the table.
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Talking about one thing that always makes me laugh. Monkeys!
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