When A Man Loves A Woman

Did anyone else but me snicker at the scene on FXs new show Damages when Glenn Close's controlling character couldn't figure out how to use/program TIVO? After several frustrating moments, her husband gently removes the control and, with one click, completes the selection.

Since the dawn of cable television perhaps, the control of the remote defined control of the household. In our household it's boldly known as, "Who Has the Con?" [For those Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington fans, you'll get it.]

A marriage counselor friend once told me that crisis in marriage often results from a power struggle. As Dr. Phil would say, "Do you want to be right or do you want to be happy?"

Today, I'm offering to end the debate and marital strife by offering a solution where both men and women can be in control.

These his and hers remote controls may also be the perfect baby boomer gift. Click to enlarge for the real humour.