When I first started reading this article from the New York Times, I was appalled (appalled!) that a man would be so devious as to hide his secret dream/need from his wife. Or that he would have to. And then there were his references to his wife as a pretty controlling, nagging, light-sensitive, exercise-eschewing shrew. But his last couple paragraphs redeem him, and I realized he might not be so un-sympatico.
I have to agree with Philip Besonen: everybody needs a Mokki of their own. Even if it is the bathroom.
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I want a mokki!!! That would be awesome.
I can see why this article resonated with you and why you finally became sympathetic to the wife. And it’s all so true – we do all need a little privacy and alone time. I love having my computer and desk in the middle of the house because I can take care of everything in my life at once. But sometimes I wish I had a little office or space of my own where I could retreat and close the door. It would have to be soundproof. And the doors would have to fit tight enough to discourage anything slipped underneath.
Neat article! I’m going to have to claim our office as my mokki
What I think is funny about it is that he had to keep it a secret from her and then published his secret in the article. I mean, why didn’t he just say to her, “I need a break from you,” instead of writing this article telling the world how annoying his wife is.
I love the idea of having a mokki. I think everyone needs privacy and having a little mokki sounds wonderful!
I can definitely relate. My desk is right next to Brad’s, and I hate how he’s constantly peeking over at what I’m writing. I’m thinking about moving mine to the other side of the room.
Hi Phil, Where is the Sauna? Remember that well at Aunes and Art. Bob