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Living with someone new always leads to you learning more about them. After all, you’re spending 24/7 with them and probably seeing what they do in their private time. Over on Reddit, they wanted to know what women learned when they started living with a man. They were quick to answer what living with men — or, at least, the men they’d lived with — was like.
A Personal Attempt
This gal might have a more singular experience particular to the man that she lives with. Still, it leaves her befuddled, to say the least.
Then again, she said he was balding — not bald — so maybe he just wants to get the most volume possible with the style he’s got! That didn’t stop this OP from wondering exactly how that would help her significant other’s current style. No matter what she thinks, it’s a mainstay in the shower.
One Idea for a Solution
There are some things that seem like a real problem when you’re dealing with them. From another perspective, the solution might seem much simpler.
It seems like this OP’s husband was really struggling with the heat. However, his wife sees a pretty clear way to cut down on how overheated he gets at night but it seems that he’s a little too dedicated to his blanket system.
Catching Up
There’s a stereotype that women are the ones who indulge in gossip about the people they know. However, this isn’t always the case.
As it turns out, it seems like everyone likes to catch up on the latest happenings, no matter their gender. Still, this lady was pretty surprised to learn that when she saw the men she lived with hang out with their friends, there was still plenty of gossip to hear.
Or Not
Remember what we said about everyone being different? It turns out that’s also the case when it comes to how much gossip particular men might indulge in.
While the last OP’s roommate was quick to catch up on gossip, this woman could only get part of the story out of the man she lived with. It seems he caught the important parts but didn’t bother to ask any follow-up questions that she might have had.
Getting Into It
We all have hobbies that we love to indulge in. Some of us can even get so absorbed that it seems like nothing else exists.
That’s one trait that really puzzled this woman when she moved in with a man. It seemed that he got so absorbed in the games he loved — to a degree that it seemed like he forgot everything else. However, it seems like this OP just can’t relate.
A Minute to Rest
A shower is a refreshing way to start the day. However, sometimes, you need a shower to really sit back and contemplate.
We’ve all probably had a hard day and taken a seat in the shower to catch a breath. Yet, you might not think of it as something people do universally. Maybe that’s why this OP was so surprised or perhaps she’s not one to sit in the shower.
Time to Buy Curtains
There are some men who seem like they’re comfortable with the bare minimum in their homes. We’ll hand it to this guy — he was pretty resourceful on this one.
On the other hand, we can’t say this idea is too aesthetically pleasing either. So, we can see why his girlfriend wanted a change of pace once they lived together. It seems like it took more reasoning than expected to make a deal on the curtains.
Unloading at the End of the Day
When you get in the door, what’s the first thing you do? Do you take off your jacket or coat first, or start by kicking off your shoes?
It didn’t take long for this girl to realize there was an extra step to the routine here once they moved in with a man. If only they could put it in an organized spot! However, she also couldn’t help but notice some things about living with him she definitely wouldn’t trade either.
Working Harder, Not Smarter
It’s surprising how many different ways people can do everyday tasks that you probably don’t think much about when you do them.
This woman was rather entertained to see the difference on display here. If it’s groceries, he does anything to make it in as few trips as possible. On the contrary, dishes apparently need a gentler touch, calling for a lot more trips to the sink. They’re glass, after all!
Gotta Keep it Somewhere
There are some oddities in other people’s homes that might surprise you if your household doesn’t practice them. This woman obviously didn’t partake in this one beforehand.
As such, she was more than a little confused to see giant buckets of loose change hanging around when she moved in with a man. It seems like one way to keep it organized but how full does the bucket get before you try to spend it?
Just Leave Them Somewhere
Once again, this clearly isn’t everyone’s experience but this woman noticed a habit of his that she didn’t see in the women they lived with.
She just can’t wrap her head around all the clothes and how none of them end up in the hamper. Each one is just strewn about wherever they’re taken off and it seems like it’s quite a journey around the house. We have to wonder why the living room is his room of choice.
Treating You
There are things about living with your significant other that just really make your day, even if the day has been hard so far.
When this woman moved in with a man, it was her significant other and she sounds like she couldn’t be happier. It does sound rather nice to have a partner in crime, so to speak, and it’s great to hear these two are going strong!
As a Team
This is another person who lived with a man as an adult when she moved in with her significant other. It looks like it’s going great for them, too!
First, she couldn’t help but notice how helpful her boyfriend is! Not to mention, the awful roommates that came beforehand din’t help out around the house. On top of that, they always have someone to make their mundane errands more fun!
In the Bathroom!
There are some moments in life when you just need a while to yourself. A little privacy and you’ll have the chance to catch up later.
It seems like this girlfriend learned that her man needs plenty of time in the bathroom, although the privacy of the matter is no surprise. That doesn’t mean she might not have to shoe him out of the only bathroom from time to time.
Don’t Ask Questions
As we said, some things call for time and privacy. Usually, you want both of these things in the bathroom. We can’t really blame this guy for needing a few minutes to himself when he’s in the bathroom.
Looking at the other side, we can see why she might interrupt if the kitchen is actively on fire, no matter how long he’s been in there. The shirt can probably wait, though.
Not So Different, After All
It seems to be nearly a fictional trope at this point but it happens all the time. Somebody sees a bug and the guys are expected to kill it. Yet, that doesn’t necessarily mean they want that role.
Think about it. Spiders creep everyone out with their litany of legs, ogling eyes, and sometimes frightening speed. Maybe it’s the spider’s house now and it’s time to move out instead.
Time for Self Care
There are times you just need to focus on yourself and have some “me time.” For many, personal styling is in their self-care routine.
This wifey has learned that her husband needs some time and space when he’s getting ready to shave. Not only that, it seems like it pays off too from the sounds of it. Plus, a little self-care is good for you!
What’s on Your Mind?
For some people, a faraway look and a quiet disposition mean there’s something on their mind. Then again, not everyone is the same.
For a while, this person assumed that her live-in boyfriend was having dark thoughts about their relationship whenever he took on this air of silence. However, being deep in thought doesn’t necessarily mean those thoughts are dark. It might just mean he’s thinking about something likely unrelated.
How to Decorate
When asked what they noticed about living with a man, this woman responded that she couldn’t help but notice the attitude towards knick-knacks.
She noted that guys don’t care about them — but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they don’t dislike them. This man, at the very least, wasn’t interested in getting his own knick-knacks but wasn’t going to protest having more in the house. Seems like it works out for someone who wants a few extra decorations around.
A Slight Oversight
There are some things you have in your home that are absolutely useful to you. At times, you might forget other people don’t have them.
This woman realized that there was no trash can in the bathroom. Some men might not need it for all the same hygiene products but you’d think one might be handy for empty toilet paper rolls and wayward tissues.
Well, It’s His Home
At the end of the day, you want to get home and relax. That means changing into something comfortable and doing something you enjoy.
For this man, that means wearing, well, just about nothing. We suppose when you’re home, you can do what you want. However, it’s best to make sure everyone’s okay with any nakedness or stick to chilling in your room when you’re done with your clothes for the day.
Even Better Than Expected
When you’re in a relationship, moving in together is a big step. It makes sense that you might worry about not meshing with your partner as easily as you’d hoped.
That definitely wasn’t a problem when these two moved in together! Much to this gal’s surprise, her boyfriend is always ready to do his part in the house to keep things in order. It seems like they’re even better for it!
Sweet as Roses
We see a lot of gendered products in the grocery store. After a while, you might start to believe that all guys hate smelling like flowers. This person was surprised to learn that this isn’t the case at all.
In fact, it seems like the man this OP lives with is just as happy to smell like roses as any other scent. It’s all about finding a scent that works for your bath products — why limit yourself to one side of the shampoo aisle?
Quick and Easy
When you’re doing laundry, sometimes taking the time to fold everything at the end is the most tiring part. After all, not many people love laundry day. After moving in with her boyfriend, this OP quickly found out that her partner has a pretty handy hack when it comes to laundry day.
Why match the socks if you’re going to cover them with shoes anyways? So, just grab two that are similar enough and move on. This method would also save a lot of time in finding those pesky missing socks.
Maybe It’s Time to Call a Doctor
This is another one that isn’t specific to men but this gal couldn’t help but notice a trend in her life.
She couldn’t really understand the distance the men around them would go before they’d just consult a doctor. There are a lot of reasons people might avoid the doctor but we really hope they managed to get the help they needed eventually!
Sir, No
Rugs in the bathroom can really warm up a tile floor. Plus, they’re great for when you get out of the shower and need a little more traction than tile for your wet feet.
The rug that you put around a toilet definitely isn’t there for this purpose, though. We can’t imagine the state of these rugs if they were used the way this man suggested.
Showing Strength
When it comes to men and women, both can build up plenty of strength. Either of these genders can really surprise you with how strong they are.
That didn’t stop this wife from being surprised at just how strong her husband naturally is, even if he isn’t someone who’s strength training at the gym very often. To be fair, lifting a treadmill on your own is a fairly impressive feat!
A Difference of Opinion
We’ve already talked about how nobody likes chores. However, it seems like another thing that everyone has their particulars about. For this woman, at least, the difference in the rules she and her partner keep are quite distinct.
In particular, he seemed to forego some of the “rules” about housekeeping that she kept. In her observation, it seemed to come down to how much time the tasks were worth to each of them.
Their Own Beauty Products
There’s a concept that women are the ones with shelves of beauty products while men might only have a bottle or two on their shelves.
When she moved in with these roommates, though, this woman learned that this cliché might not always be the case. In fact, it seems like they all had more extensive routines than she did at the time. It’s always good to see someone with a beauty routine that works for them.
Ducking Down
A lot of women are shorter than the men they live with simply by statistical average. That alone can make some noticeable differences in your day.
For instance, this girlfriend — being the shorter of the two — was used to just walking into the shower. So, it hadn’t occurred to them that some people might have to duck to get under the showerhead until they lived with their significantly taller significant other.
Sick Day
This is another one that varies from man to man. Still, it’s one thing that this woman couldn’t help but begrudgingly notice.
When you’re sick, of course, you need to take time to rest and recover. A few days of soup, cold medicine, and sleep and you’ll feel right as rain. In this woman’s experience, you’d think something much worse was going on anytime her man gets a cold.
Everyone Loves Compliments
It’s not uncommon to hear a compliment or two throughout the day on your clothes, makeup, hair, accessories, and more. It’s a little act of kindness that means a lot.
It seems, by this woman’s experience at the very least, that the practice is much more common among women. So, men don’t always hear the same compliments throughout their days. However, that doesn’t mean they don’t want some compliments thrown their way sometimes!
Where Are They Coming From?
There are some things that are kind of unavoidable. For example, if you have a beard, you’re probably going to have to trim or shave it eventually.
This almost inevitably ends up in a mess of beard hairs but it’s possible to clean them up so that the sink isn’t full of them. That is if someone in this person’s household would own up to being the one leaving the beard hairs behind.
Everybody Has Hobbies
We all have activities we love to do with our friends. Maybe you bond with your friends over books or video games, or even trips to the dog park.
This person was a little shocked to see how much building things would bring her husband such enjoyment. It seems like he’s managed to find his hobby and he’s definitely found other people to build with too.
A Difference in Routine
This hubby couldn’t say from their own perspective but they definitely thought of one thing that surprised his wife back when they first started living together.
While she has to make sure to stop by the bathroom on the way to bed to avoid waking up in the middle of the night, her husband doesn’t have the same problem. If you can relate to her position, you might be jealous of his ability as well!
A Smelly Habit
There are certain things you can’t help doing. For one, everyone is bound to pass gas from time to time. It’s how you handle it that can change this situation.
For this lady and most of the other women they know, passing gas is something you excuse yourself for, physically, by stepping into the bathroom. On the other hand, the man she lives with isn’t nearly as bashful about creating a stink, so to speak.
Grocery Bills
Everyone has their own appetite. The important thing is to make sure you have enough food to keep up with the demand.
This woman is constantly surprised by exactly how much more food she has to make now that she lives with a man. Even in making dinner, she has to now calculate exactly how much to make if she wants leftovers as well.
Learning an Important Lesson
The paramount lesson that this person learned is universal. She advises that it’s hard to really know someone until you see them day in and day out like this.
The other points here seem rather particular but we can’t blame her for remembering them less than fondly. The one about the heating is frustrating and solvable but we’re really taken aback by the boogers on the couch. We’d probably start seeing red, too!
Working With the Bare Minimum
What do you absolutely need to have in your house? If you asked a bunch of people, you’d probably get some varying answers.
Still, that didn’t prepare this girlfriend for how little her boyfriend actually needs to survive. Do you need to wash your hands? A table to eat at? Even a paper towel to use as a napkin? You won’t find them here.
Where Did it Go?
There are few things quite as annoying as losing something that you need to find at that moment. Luckily, living with someone else also means someone else may have seen it.
That still leaves this woman wondering exactly how the man she shares her home with manages to lose things so often. In fact, even if they’re the only one who knows where and what the item is, it still seems like an assistant would be useful here.
The Whole Story
This person did more than share one thing they learned after living with a man. They pretty much summed up the whole experience.
It seems like the times they shared together were really special. Who could say no to having someone to go on an adventure with on a whim or share your days with? On the contrary, this would make it all the more difficult when those times came to an end.
Keeping Things Tidy
There are some things about keeping the home in order that’s often stereotyped as things women do. Of course, that stereotype is about as wrong in reality as it sounds.
This person was shocked the first time they came home to a house that was even cleaner than they would have usually made it. As if that wasn’t enough, dinner was waiting for them and it was nothing to scoff at either!
Noticing a Difference
Instead of focusing on living with a single man, this Reddit user shared what they’d learned after living with a few different men over the years.
Once again, the conclusion is mostly that different men come with different lifestyles as housemates. However, she learned it was easy to tell who had learned to keep up with the house over the years and who just expected someone else to take care of their messes.
Everyone Has Their Quirks
Over the years, you might live with a variety of roommates before you get your own place or settle down with your significant other.
This person has lived with a few people — both men and women. All in all, they learned that the two have fewer differences than they expected. They couldn’t really think of anything major differences between living with women versus men.
It Varies
It turns out, just like anyone else, men can vary in what they’re like. This OP learned that there was a big difference from one man to the next.
When she lived with her dad, she got used to a certain level of mess in the home. So, she expected the same moving in with a man later on too. As it turns out, men are just as varying as women in the ways that they live.
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