Its a fact of life that most men like tinkering with a project.
Since the auto business is my source of wealth I am enthusiastic about it & can't leave it alone! BUT
Even after 60 odd years when I close the shop forecourt gates it stays just there!
Out of sight & out of mind!
You blokes can tinker with "cars" !
I prefer something more artsy like cooking ! Or foreign language perfection mostly these days in Spanish.
Nothing better as a mere male to be asked are you a Chef ! And answer no a Mechanic!
Or joining a group of visitors at the wonderful NY Met in the Arab/Muslim collection/display rooms and answer a question proffered to the professor/guide. Specifically to wit "What is written there in Arabic " and to be able translate it for the group. Then to be asked Are you a professor of ancient languages ?
--No simply a bus /diesel engine mechanic.
Its good for genuine conversation other than texting (so popular these days) with interesting people from all walks of life.
Dennis
p.s. that ls why I like wandering around Mexico .
Ancient culture, wonderful people, good food & hospitality and above all lots of fun!
All life is south of the border!
Tinkering OK, but we guys need to get out and about every so often and sample life otherwise you can be a dull boy .
So whisk the missus /significant other off to say Puerto Morelos about 1 hour by taxi south of Cancun .
Hang out in the Pelican restaurant after snorkeling on the second barrier reef in the world .
Life is for living!
D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUY5Jk6Dr4Y