A few thoughts on the way of man of 29 years should behave…
A man of 29 years should call his parents and siblings on the phone every so often.
He should be willing, able, and excited to host a group of friends at his place for a party.
He should know how to call a woman he wants to date and make it clear to her that he wants to date her.
He should have passions that are not sports related. Maybe music? Maybe cooking? Maybe old cars or travel? Something to prove he’s interested in the world beyond his world.
He should know where he stands politically.
He doesn’t need to know exactly where he wants to be at 40 or 55, but he should have a plan for the next few years, and a plan to make that plan a reality.
He should know when he needs to wear a blazer and when he can get away without one – same goes for dress shoes v. sneakers.
He should have good friends that he’s had for at least a dozen years and friends he met six months ago.
He should not be afraid of confrontation, but he should know how to appropriately confront.
He should be able to tell when people or situations are bullshit, but be able to deal with those people or situations in a non-bullshit manner.
He should know how to handle a crying woman.
He should know how to have a conversation with a 4-year-old little boy and a 94-year-old woman.
And, most importantly, when you ask anyone who’s known him over his 29 years, they should all paint a picture of the same exact man.
Happy, happy birthday to my favorite 29 year old man, who checks off all these boxes and so many more.
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wow, I don’t think my man will be there in the next 2 months (when he turns 29) but more power to ya!
Nice post.
Most 29 year old men that I meet are potheads who still live in their parents house. Sigh. I am so depressed..
Great list ! This was my favorite … ” He should know how to have a conversation with a 4-year-old little boy and a 94-year-old woman.” …