My wife cut me off!

[DuffyA2Z]

Now you see, the way I handle things when my wife says I am spending too much is simple. I just tell her "Hey! I am the man here I do what I want!".

Then I run and hide and pray she doesn't find me.

Same boat here .... My biggest problem is my wife is one hell of a shot and has the 30/30 close by.

an oldie but a goodie ....and unfortunately true.

 

[Coppercustomz]

I thought this was suppose to be cheaper than smoking!!! Wow that line sounds mighty Familiar in my home

 

[EddardinWinter]

I thought this was suppose to be cheaper than smoking!!! Wow that line sounds mighty Familiar in my home

Now this is just the sort of thing I am talking about. Spouse X says, "this was supposed to save money (so I can buy two new pairs of shoes)". You say, "well...errr...uhhh...you see honey...I...I..". The debate is already lost. Someone did not set healthy boundaries to this endeavor from the start! But don't despair, its not too late.

Tell your spouse, "I have decided that my health is the most important issue right now. To remain comfortable with my vaping I cannot save any money for the time being. I am still learning about my juices of choice, and there are some new mods on the market, and I really need a Protank." When she starts in with "BUT YOU said that you were gonna SAVE money, blah-blah-blah." You simply hold your hand up in a lordly fashion, and declare, "My health is of paramount importance, under no circumstances can I cut spending at this time." If she has not already conceded defeat, return to some task as if the debate is over, for it is.

Now you can add in some other stuff if you want, but that should stop spouse X in their tracks. You must be careful not to leave out the important finality of the phrases "under no circumstances" or "health most important/paramount importance". Boundaries are important. They don't defend themselves!

 

[DJ RyckRak]

Now this is just the sort of thing I am talking about. Spouse X says, "this was supposed to save money (so I can buy two new pairs of shoes)". You say, "well...errr...uhhh...you see honey...I...I..". The debate is already lost. Someone did not set healthy boundaries to this endeavor from the start! But don't despair, its not too late.

Tell your spouse, "I have decided that my health is the most important issue right now. To remain comfortable with my vaping I cannot save any money for the time being. I am still learning about my juices of choice, and there are some new mods on the market, and I really need a Protank." When she starts in with "BUT YOU said that you were gonna SAVE money, blah-blah-blah." You simply hold your hand up in a lordly fashion, and declare, "My health is of paramount importance, under no circumstances can I cut spending at this time." If she has not already conceded defeat, return to some task as if the debate is over, for it is.

Now you can add in some other stuff if you want, but that should stop spouse X in their tracks. You must be careful not to leave out the important finality of the phrases "under no circumstances" or "health most important/paramount importance". Boundaries are important. They don't defend themselves!

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And that is why you are on spouse Y or Z now !

"Three moves, are as good as a Fire" - Benjamin Franklin
"Three 'Spouses' are as good as being a broke Hobo" - DJ RyckRak

 

[EddardinWinter]

And that is why you are on spouse Y or Z now !

"Three moves, are as good as a Fire" - Benjamin Franklin
"Three 'Spouses' are as good as being a broke Hobo" - DJ RyckRak

I have tried only the one spouse. I am a fast learner! No need for any more of that.

 

[LisaR]

I have tried only the one spouse. I am a fast learner! No need for any more of that.

Just ask my husband...sometimes the third try is the charm!

 

[niczgreat]

Now this is just the sort of thing I am talking about. Spouse X says, "this was supposed to save money (so I can buy two new pairs of shoes)". You say, "well...errr...uhhh...you see honey...I...I..". The debate is already lost. Someone did not set healthy boundaries to this endeavor from the start! But don't despair, its not too late.

Tell your spouse, "I have decided that my health is the most important issue right now. To remain comfortable with my vaping I cannot save any money for the time being. I am still learning about my juices of choice, and there are some new mods on the market, and I really need a Protank." When she starts in with "BUT YOU said that you were gonna SAVE money, blah-blah-blah." You simply hold your hand up in a lordly fashion, and declare, "My health is of paramount importance, under no circumstances can I cut spending at this time." If she has not already conceded defeat, return to some task as if the debate is over, for it is.

Now you can add in some other stuff if you want, but that should stop spouse X in their tracks. You must be careful not to leave out the important finality of the phrases "under no circumstances" or "health most important/paramount importance". Boundaries are important. They don't defend themselves!

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Remember the river will wear down the stone. You be the river, not the stone.
Just keep to the same story.
Honey Cigarettes will kill you, I'm the earner in the family and if I die what will happen to you all. I'm doing it for you and the children!!

Another Tact I've found useful.
Buying her something she wants, around the time you buy something that you want.
You might avoid some flack.

For example buy her a Coach Handbag around the time you show up with the Provari.

 

[QLogic]

My wife is starting that ol "I thought this was supposed to be cheaper than smoking" line. I can admit I've been spending a little above our budget but hey like EddardinWinter said "my health is paramount" lol truth is I can probably last on what I have for a month or so but I love new toys! Definiantly the shiny ones!

 

[Bullette the Cowdog]

I just heard an older gentleman talking the other day about married life. He said he hadn't had a haircut in a few weeks & his wife was getting on his case about it. He said he was trying to decide if he should go get a haircut, but he knew as soon as he did she would be on his case about something else. So he was thinking maybe he wouldn't get the haircut because he could deal with the hassle about haircuts. He just didn't know if he could handle the next UNKNOWN hassle she would come up with.

So, from an older married man, I suggest you guys start growing your hair out. Or, maybe quit shaving. Give them something else to criticize besides vaping? Haha.

 

[stillnotsmoking]

Buying her something she wants, around the time you buy something that you want.
You might avoid some flack.

For example buy her a Coach Handbag around the time you show up with the Provari.

Haha, yes this works very well, I use it all the time!

 

[Ronald3638]

Soooo....

Her: It's me or the Provari!

Me: Just a sec...let me grab my juice and I'll be out of your hair...

Yup...I can see that.

LOL

It's me or the ProVari!

................................................................................................ Well?

Give me a minute, I'm thinking!!!

 

[Ronald3638]

After splurging on a Provari, a few Protanks, an AGA-T2, some bling from Serenity, and other assorted odds and ends the last two weeks, I have been forbidden from purchasing anymore e-cig related doodads for the foreseeable future (unless it comes out of my bi-weekly "allowance").8-o

Direct quote: "I thought this was supposed to be cheaper than smoking..."

My response: "Um...er....uh...well. You see...there's this...uh. I can make my own wicks now and..."

Fortunately, I'm heading down to Vapebash tomorrow with my "allowance" to stock up.

If you're heading there yourself I'll be the one standing by the door with a hat asking for donations.

It's a worthy cause....honest!

Must be a Michigan thing, I have the same problem.

I'm sure my wife used the same; "I thought this was supposed to be cheaper . . ." quote word for word, and that was when I got a Vamo.

Now AAC Vape Lounge in Holland has ProVari mini's in stock. Hmmm new ProVari or 41+ year marriage?

 

[SissySpike]

IM married but single. No I dont cheat but I travel for work so we are always missing each other. My wife dose not grip at me about anything. She also encourages my vaping and thinks my mod collection is cool ( well shes a good liar and acts interested) I am very lucky and am happy with my wife in everyway.

 

[RaceGun59]

ROFL as my wife groans over the new ooooo's and aahhhhhhh's about some mech mod she has absolutely no interest in what-so-ever. I feel your pain man! At least she's letting me buy a Provari in a week. She doesn't know about the Caravela I'm stalking (nor does the current owner of it.... mwahahaha) Anyway, give her some Christmas or birthday ideas. Buy her a new purse. Take her out to a romantic retreat, then briefly inform her of the deal you heard about on the GGTS you found... In the end, work on that wife faction! (Let me know if it works too... I need to know the best way to sneak a Themis Titanide past her...) This advice brought to you by the guy on my right shoulder... hehe

Better still get her into vaping. Lucky for me my wife was the first vaper in the family. If that fails buy her sparkly things.

 

[ScottM]

IM married but single. No I dont cheat but I travel for work so we are always missing each other. My wife dose not grip at me about anything. She also encourages my vaping and thinks my mod collection is cool ( well shes a good liar and acts interested) I am very lucky and am happy with my wife in everyway.

Same situation for me. I have travelled extensively for the last 18 years, and I can't see how my wife has tolerated it. I am about to switch jobs, and will find out on Monday if it is going through, so that I can spend more time at home.

 

[H. Hodges]

After 20 years of (ah-hem) bliss, I know better than to open my mouth on this one (only because she might be checking on my on-line activities!). My allowance only supplies the basics (fluids, cartos, etc..), and I can't mess with (lose) that! My work has a free employee buffet 24/7 so I can't save money that way. Ah-heck, one of these days I'll just have to sneak in while she's asleep and get my "Family Pants" back! Not saying that she would ever let me wear them, but it would be great to pretend to be the king of the castle for a couple minutes!

 

[Mike Sheda]

And this is why I'm single....

 

[zymox]

spookie... It seems like the female gender in the whole world is shaped out of the same mold. Making me wondering if Adam & Eva was for real after all. I can recognize my self in many of the comments although I live way out of the US making me wonder if every women on the planet earth is the same...

 

[Izan]

Just an anthem,








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[Maggiemw]

I've got a deal going with the felines that share my life: they let me buy whatever I want/need/covet and they get breakfast, dinner, Fancy Feast supplements and lots of tummy rubs...

They much prefer vapour to smoke, anytime.