Justifying the Cougar to my wife...

[wklink]

Isn't that the truth, a CH F-16 Combatstick died a violent death that way once.  

Sorry Swag, can't figure out a good way to get permission from the spouse.  I picked one up and then dodged the flak.  It probably didn't help that I rebuilt the computer completely just before it arrived.  I have a kick bellybutton system now but I got my arse kicked for getting it.

Guess you have to look at that old cost benefit analysis there.

[Tac]

"well, urm.. it is cheaper than $600 a month 'massage' therapy honey"

[Animal]

first, get a wifebeater haircut, then tell her:


"shut up squeak i buy what i want, now go mow the lawn"


have all possible emergency numbers on speed dial, cause there are gonna be some nasty scars in your face

[BotaBing]

8. It doubles as a 3-speed vibrating taco wand


or


8. Well honey, I spent 300 bucks on a tool for my hobby, so you can feel free to spend 300 bucks on a full wax job and some oral love gel. Something for both of us.

[Yippee38]

As somebody wise one time said, "Sometimes it's better to ask for forgiveness than ask for permission."

[milnko]

I've been married 20 years, and blownin' money on hardware and software since the mid 80's starting with a C64 and Microprose's F-15.

If I've learned anything about clearing purchases thru the wife, it's to pout.

Pout long, Pout Hard, Pout Proud!

(But whatever ya do, DO NOT HOLD YOUR BREATH until she relents, nothing amuses a wife more than to watch you pass out from lack of oxygen.)

[2Late4U]

Originally posted by muckmaw
"Honey, I need a new joystick for Aces High"
"What, that silly video game you're always playing"
"It's not a game, it's a WWII Combat Flight Simulator"
"Whatever..How much is it?"
"Uh....$270.00"
"And why, may I ask, must you spend $270.00 to play a video game"


"Uh......"

 

Possible answers:


So which choice should I run with?

1. It will alow me to get more kills, therefore improving the self-esteem that 7 years with you has thoroughly depleted

This approach while technically correct, may not be tactically wise.

2. The tight springs will make one of my arms really buff.

This one is pretty much eliminated by the fact that several of your other responses would...in the end...cause a similar effect on the strength of one of your palms...err I mean arms

3. It accentuates the room with it's steel black finish.

I like this one!  Unfortunately, it may lead to a few problems, not the least of which is you comming home and finding your Cougar painted TEAL to better match the new drapes, and of course the fact that you are bringing up decorating, ehich may end your free weekends for the forseable future and she starts watching Trading Spaces with increased vigor.

4. The other guys  have one.

If youve been married for very long at all, I think you know this is a bad move.

5. It has an interchangable...stick...and you never know what those guys at "THRUST master" may come up with. (New meaning to the term "Force Feedback")

Do you really want to go there?

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

I just cant imagine my wife falling for that one, and I doubt yours would either.  But if you can muster a tear......

7. I bring home the paycheck and I'll buy whatever the F*** I want. (followed by the duck and cover maneauver)

See option 2.

[Monk]

Originally posted by Animal
first, get a wifebeater haircut, then tell her:


"shut up squeak i buy what i want, now go mow the lawn"


have all possible emergency numbers on speed dial, cause there are gonna be some nasty scars in your face

LOL......then I get 2 bullet holes in the head when I 'm sleeping:eek:

[Sabre]

Originally posted by 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"

Muck...Muck, Muck, Muck. If you'd only listened to me.  Ah well, you can lead a dweeb to a Spitfire, but you can't make him a hot pilot.

[Gman]

I spend 500$ USD every 2 weeks on ammunition, hiding my cougar won't be a problem.

Two words:

Seperate Accounts.

[lazs2]

Gman... is reloading not possible in canada?   I know they are flat crazy on the gun issue there so maybe you can't but reloading for my .44 say is the difference between 20 bucks a box and around 5 bucks.

muck... just buy the damn thing and tell her to shut up.   Worked with both of my wives.
lazs

[Chaos68]

Where is a link to this stick?  I need another stick and would love to look into the cougar?

How much is it in US dollers?

[Flossy]

Originally posted by Chaos68
Where is a link to this stick?  I need another stick and would love to look into the cougar?

How much is it in US dollers?

You can get more information from here:  http://cougar.frugalsworld.com/index.php - and the price, I believe is $270 - or £250 in the UK!  (about $400!!!)  

[capt. apathy]

option 12

I can't believe the price of this new cougar system, there's no way we can afford this, I can't compete with the other guys without it.  maybe I should just give up this game.

I wonder what xxxx(old drinking buddy she hates from when you got together with her) is up to?

you'll come home from work to find she's bought it for you.

[SOB]

Originally posted by Chaos68
Where is a link to this stick?  I need another stick and would love to look into the cougar?

How much is it in US dollers?

http://www.fscentral.com/thrushotcoug.html