Cultivating the fine art of casual loafing

Storm clouds were brewing like fresh morning coffee our normally placid home this past week. I sensed a growing controversy between my wife and myself. Regrettably, this past week we experienced a clash of attitudes.

I can sum up my attitude in life quite nicely: Never do today what can be put off until tomorrow.

On the other hand, my life’s companion firmly believes in doing things ahead of time. For instance, by the end of August all her Christmas shopping is finished, wrapped and stored in the garage waiting for the Christmas tree.

She has a wonderful knack for planning. What I want to know...