This column is written for ladies, specifically wives and girlfriends. Men, however, should follow along. You’ll see why later.

One thing most men have in common is a hobby that once in a while gets to be more important than duller things like work. For some its golf, boats, motor cycles or race cars. Other men find antique tractors, four wheel pulling pickups or fishing more enticing than work. Still others place a priority on riding a cutting horse, bronc or bull. In my case it’s roping.

Most of the time, ladies, you’re pretty darn understanding. Well, at least you tolerat...