My Fourth of July disaster. - Page 2

OLS · 07-11-2013, 08:01 AM

Yeah, the T.M.I moment and my general anti-fairer-sex rant was pretty over the top.
In general, one has to be ever-amazed that they even stay around us with all of our
various noises, smells and habits. I think it is more than fair to say we are as bad or worse,
but my feeling is, and I may be wrong, when it comes down to costing the couple money
that would have been easily avoided, its usually the woman that causes it.

1.) I knew that light meant there was a problem, but I thought maybe it would flash if it got really bad.

2.) Honestly, its ALL PAPER, how come I can flush this and not that?

3.) Feel free to add your own here.

pektel · 07-11-2013, 08:46 AM

110% agreed. When she and I first started living together, her car died while pulling in the driveway. And wouldn't start again. I figured no biggie, probably alt or battery. Nope. I pulled the oil dipstick. Bone dry. Not once did I think that a driver - male or female - did not regularly check their oil.

Months later, we were in some argument, and she blamed the engine failure on ME, saying "it's the MAN's job to check the oil." I told her, "Fine. It's a WOMAN's job to clean, do dishes, and laundry." She just said "OKAY!" And that was the end of it.

And I haven't washed an article of clothing since. I think I came out ahead, though sometimes I do help with cleaning and dishes.

dijit · 07-11-2013, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

Sounds like something from one of the Vacation movies. Hope things work out and it ends up costing less than anticipated.

Sounds like a Christmas story, complete with Bumpus' dogs. In July. Hope the damage recovery didnt hit you too bad.

racerX · 07-11-2013, 09:53 AM

It isn't the situation, it's how you handle it that matters. You showed great emotional intelligence. 4 stars for you. Start planning next years 4th (1st anniversary poop party). Well done sir, well done.

pektel · 07-11-2013, 10:59 AM

Well, just got the call. Wet wipes being flushed will cost me just a tad south of $3000.

Honestly, I was expecting half that. And hopefully, the gf will take my advice from here on out.

Ha, I had to laugh at that last sentence.

OLS · 07-12-2013, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by pektel

And I haven't washed an article of clothing since. I think I came out ahead, though sometimes I do help with cleaning and dishes.

Well "Mr. Its Good To Be The King", you DID just spend your 4th of July mopping up $hI+, lol.
So not SO far ahead....

pektel · 07-12-2013, 08:38 AM

Touché, sir.

07-11-2013, 08:01 AM	#21
OLS Suck It Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brad Location: TN Posts: 7,912 Trading: (19)	Re: My Fourth of July disaster. Yeah, the T.M.I moment and my general anti-fairer-sex rant was pretty over the top. In general, one has to be ever-amazed that they even stay around us with all of our various noises, smells and habits. I think it is more than fair to say we are as bad or worse, but my feeling is, and I may be wrong, when it comes down to costing the couple money that would have been easily avoided, its usually the woman that causes it. 1.) I knew that light meant there was a problem, but I thought maybe it would flash if it got really bad. 2.) Honestly, its ALL PAPER, how come I can flush this and not that? 3.) Feel free to add your own here.

07-11-2013, 08:46 AM	#22
pektel I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Peter Location: Grand Rapids, MN Posts: 4,320 Trading: (28)	Re: My Fourth of July disaster. 110% agreed. When she and I first started living together, her car died while pulling in the driveway. And wouldn't start again. I figured no biggie, probably alt or battery. Nope. I pulled the oil dipstick. Bone dry. Not once did I think that a driver - male or female - did not regularly check their oil. Months later, we were in some argument, and she blamed the engine failure on ME, saying "it's the MAN's job to check the oil." I told her, "Fine. It's a WOMAN's job to clean, do dishes, and laundry." She just said "OKAY!" And that was the end of it. And I haven't washed an article of clothing since. I think I came out ahead, though sometimes I do help with cleaning and dishes. __________________ The problem is not the problem. The problem is your ATTITUDE about the problem.

07-11-2013, 09:53 AM	#24
racerX Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Mar 2011 First Name: john Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 261 Trading: (0)	Re: My Fourth of July disaster. It isn't the situation, it's how you handle it that matters. You showed great emotional intelligence. 4 stars for you. Start planning next years 4th (1st anniversary poop party). Well done sir, well done.

07-11-2013, 10:59 AM	#25
pektel I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Peter Location: Grand Rapids, MN Posts: 4,320 Trading: (28)	Re: My Fourth of July disaster. Well, just got the call. Wet wipes being flushed will cost me just a tad south of $3000. Honestly, I was expecting half that. And hopefully, the gf will take my advice from here on out. Ha, I had to laugh at that last sentence. __________________ The problem is not the problem. The problem is your ATTITUDE about the problem.

07-12-2013, 08:38 AM	#27
pektel I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Peter Location: Grand Rapids, MN Posts: 4,320 Trading: (28)	Re: My Fourth of July disaster. Touché, sir. __________________ The problem is not the problem. The problem is your ATTITUDE about the problem.