What does the man want to do?

M: Hello, I’ d like to book a table for Tuesday evening.
W: I’ m sorry. We are fully reserved for that evening. There’ s the birthday party. Would you consider another day?
M: In that case, let’ s make it Wednesday evening at six.
W: OK.

M: I still remember those good old days when people took pride in their work and built things to the last.
W: Absolutely. Look at the things built nowadays.
M: You’ re lucky if they don’t fall apart before you get them home.