My husband and I have an excellent relationship. Generally we can talk things through and come to an agreement, no matter what the problem may be. On occasion we have an issue or two that requires a lot more work from each of us to solve; that's when my husband gets cranky.
He likes to have things solved right now. Especially when it comes to money, he likes to be on top of it and not spend anything we don't have to. The problem is that sometimes things that he thinks are not needed really are needed.
Which brings me to tonight's dinner conversation. Our two eldest daughters both play in the band. We bought them new shoes and performance outfits last year. These are clothes and shoes that the girls only wear to performances; which means the outfits have only been worn maybe six times.
Problem is both girls have outgrown the outfits that they have. I suggested taking them out this weekend to get new performance outfits and my husband informs me that only the older of the two needs a new uniform. His reasoning, the eldest can pass her's down. I understand the concept of passing clothes down and the old outfits will be passed on as regular clothes.
But really would you make one child wear hand me downs to her band performances, while the other one gets to go shopping and get a new outfit. In my opinion that is not fair, but in the interest of keeping peace at the table I simply changed the subject. I realize that it is a small thing to disagree about and he will come to his senses. It can just be very frustrating.
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