Sometimes I get the desire to look more put together. Not often, but it happens. I recently purchased a couple of sundresses, thinking I might wear one to graduation. Last weekend I was shopping and found another dress, and so I showed George and asked his opinion. He said, and I quote, “Better be careful. People might start thinking you’re a girl!” I shook my head and said, “We wouldn’t want that now, would we!”

I know it’s strange, but I feel more comfortable covered in dirt, drywall mud and paint than I do with makeup, hairspray and coordinating attire. I’ve always bee...