A simple conversation about it would have saved some trouble. If he told her that he didn’t like the old one and why he wanted a new one, then it could have been a joint decision. Men, you complain when you have to try to figure out what women want. Here is a good example of a man not telling his wife he wants a new stereo.
Any man who comes home to a clean house and dinner on the stove should be aware that there is a cost to that work. He does not share in any of the household chores or spend much time with the kids either. He just screwed up big time. It is time he figured out how much it would cost him to live the way he does without her at home. Maids, cooks and child care are not cheap.
If she said no she would be stuck with a grumpy husband who wanted to go out with his friend, not good companionship. Also, she would have to deal with being the shrew who told him he couldn’t go the next time she runs into one of his friends. He other choice is to get a last minute sitter and be a 3rd wheel that was not invited while John spends time with his friend. She chose to let him go, but is not happy about it. He needs to make it up to her by getting a sitter and planning a date night later that week. Men: we don’t mind when you go out with the guys as long as the time you spend at home is quality time and nothing is neglected.
My daughter has, mostly, learned that if she is a pest the answer will be no. If she behaves herself the she might get something special, but not always, and sometimes the something special is getting to pick the cereal.
If he wanted to come home to a quiet house with no toys, then he should have not gotten married. If he expects understanding for a tough day, then he should have informed the wife that he had a really hard day. She cannot read his mind. All she sees is him coming home and laying down on the couch. She also sees the little one drinking his beer right next to him. That is a really aggravating situation for a mother. A least he should have kept his eyes open when the kids were around and kept an eye on his beer.
I agree with Coffee-Turtle. I am far from a typical woman. I like fast cars, building and fixing things and I hate to shop and spend money. My husband likes to shop and will spend all of our money if allowed. I also love to cook and hate to clean. I am highly emotional, though. I think that is the difference that comes across the most between men and women. Men do not understand the emotional responses women make and women expect men to feel like they do. I can see the logic, I just can’t control the emotions.
Leon, Barkeater has been suffering as well and will be ending shortly. Also his bleeep includes moving from Maine to NYC and all of the bleeep that goes with it. He does not get paid to do this, so, you get what you pay for..?
I don’t mind having some flashbacks. It would give me something to enjoy while you get life organized. I don’t want to see it end. I really love reading it. I’m also sad another talented person is leaving Maine. Sigh. Keep up the great work and I hope the fools out there see what you are and start paying you.
A simple conversation about it would have saved some trouble. If he told her that he didn’t like the old one and why he wanted a new one, then it could have been a joint decision. Men, you complain when you have to try to figure out what women want. Here is a good example of a man not telling his wife he wants a new stereo.
Any man who comes home to a clean house and dinner on the stove should be aware that there is a cost to that work. He does not share in any of the household chores or spend much time with the kids either. He just screwed up big time. It is time he figured out how much it would cost him to live the way he does without her at home. Maids, cooks and child care are not cheap.