Ever noticed that "change a diaper" is one of the easiest parts about raising children?
Lazarus Long raised many children - odd that he would single out that one.
Heinlein, on the other hand, did not.
Lazarus Long raised many children - odd that he would single out that one.
Heinlein, on the other hand, did not.
I look at the pithy little bits in this quote as being standins for the larger acts that they’re part of, and wouldn’t read too much into it.
What is the larger act of "butcher a hog"?
Or of planning an invasion?
Personally, I think sewing would be more useful to more people than the ability to conn a ship.