Justifying the Cougar to my wife...

[pbirmingham]

Originally posted by SmooveB, Love Man
8.  "Because whenever you enter the room, Sweethart, I can't stand the thought of such a dismal excuse for a joystick as I now have being anywhere in your glorious presence.  You deserve to be surrounded by only the best, Baby!"

Get Smooved.

[Sabre]

Yeah...Ain't I sumthin?

[SOB]

11. "Honey, you wouldn't believe the deal I got on a new control setup for Aces High.  I thought I'd have to spend at least $600, but I settled and found a great price on a 'Cougar' for less than half that!"

Or, if your wife is anything like my best friend's wife, just buy the thing and take what's coming to ya.  No use in trying to argue logically, as logic is something the beast cannot comprehend.


SOB

[Curval]

Originally posted by SOB
11. Or, if your wife is anything like my best friend's wife, just buy the thing and take what's coming to ya.  No use in trying to argue logically, as logic is something the beast cannot comprehend.
SOB

You gotta define what he "takes" here SOB.  The 'punnishment' varies enormously from one female of the species to another.  Some will froth and snarl for a bit and then eventually accept the situation.  Others will react...shall we say...differently....and can maintain their level of anger for astonishningly long periods of time.

[Flossy]

Originally posted by muckmaw
"Honey, I need a new joystick for Aces High"

In my case, Zeb had to justify me to the Cougar - to see if I was able to use one OK.  He bought his and let me try it and then ordered one for me.  Simple....  

Actually, there is a very similar thread to this at Frugal's World which may give a few more ideas!    - http://forums.frugalsworld.com/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=20045

[theNewB]

6. It will improve my ability to communicate my feelings.

oh oh that one that one!!;) .

[muckmaw]

After careful consideration, I've determined the best route is to lie like a miserable POS and got with the following:

Originally posted by SOB
11. "Honey, you wouldn't believe the deal I got on a new control setup for Aces High.  I thought I'd have to spend at least $600, but I settled and found a great price on a 'Cougar' for less than half that!"
SOB

Of course, this will be followed by, "And I insist you go and enjoy a day of beauty with your mother, spending the same amount."

So, in essence, this Cougar is costing me $540!!!

Oh well, if I get one more kill a tour because of it, it's worth it.

[tkor]

Hmmm, good choice Muckmaw. Discretion is, after all, the better part of valor.

[paintmaw]

#12 Look honey , this handle looks like me only larger , you want it??

[Yippee38]

I recommend not telling her until after you order it.  After you order it, tell her, "By the way, I have a package coming.  If you see it, please bring it inside."  When she asks what it is, say, "It's just a new joystick."  Maybe she won't ask how much it cost.

I'm with Rude though.  My wife and I maintain separate bank accounts.  We share the bills, but if she wants to order something, she can.  If I want to buy something, I can.  My money goes where I want.  You'd be surprised how it avoids money arguments.  Besides, most of the stuff my wife orders comes from Victoria's Secret, so I don't complain.  

[muckmaw]

Just when I thought I had been shot down by every player in Aces High.....

MY WIFE GETS A KILL ON ME!!

She was on my low 12, and I was diving in out of the sun....

I said, "Honey, I got a great deal on a new Joystick, etc..."

I thought I had the E- advantage on her, but she countered with a rolling "You know we have 2 weddings to attend this month" maneauver.

Not expected this break turn in dialogue, I overshot, and the next thing I know....

"Andrea of The 332 Ball and Chain's Shot you down"

Muck....Rhymes with "Stuck" in Saitek City.....

Now where did I leave my testicles?

*looks about dumbfounded"

[SOB]

Originally posted by muckmaw
I thought I had the E- advantage on her, but she countered with a rolling "You know we have 2 weddings to attend this month" maneauver.

LOL...the much feared "we" responce!  You, of course, have been looking forward to these weddings for some time, and wouldn't even consider ditching them if it meant getting yourself a new Cougar . . . not!  


SOB

[Biggles]

No, no. The answer, to wife... "if I can't have AH, and since I pay all the bills, we will quit HBO and Showtime and I will no longer buy you a box of fudgesickles every night, fair?"

Duck and cover.

[Swager]

I believe I mentioned the Cougar to my wife months ago.  Told her it was costly but worth it.  So for Christmas she got me a Saitek X-45!  Now I dont need a new JS/Throttle!  

Oh well, Im soooo bad a Cougar wouldn't help anyways!

Nice thread!!  

[Yippee38]

Originally posted by Swager
Oh well, Im soooo bad a Cougar wouldn't help anyways!

But it wouldn't break when you slammed it down on the desk in frustration.

It might hurt the desk though.