Is it wrong for a wife to want to take a solo vacation?
106698
It's not wrong... I take a weekend vacation with just some close friends at least once every couple months and at least one week every summer my friends and I will go on a road trip or cruise together. Ever hear the saying "distance makes the heart grow fonder"...it's true! There are times I want to "kill" my husband then I spend a few days without him and I miss him terribly.
553203
Maybe you could slow down on the working part of your life and commit more time to your Very Beautiful wife.....who seems to devote her life to you all day!!! Let her know how much you appreciate her....maybe send her on a little weekend getaway to a spa all by herself so she knows what it's like to not have to be home taking care of eveyone all the time....and so you can have some appreciation for what she does!!! I bet she would love that...or get a babysitter and take a little trip together, somewhere romantic!! Have fun....and treat her like the princess she is...sounds like she treat you like a prince!
499921
No, dear.  See, what is happening is she is letting you think you are right just to make you feel good.  She is wise, your wife.  It is one of her many clever ways, to once in a while "admit" to being "wrong."  Of course, she is never wrong!
74813
No it isn't wrong as it can't be worked out. If both of you choose to leave the marriage that is your business, but beware that the grass isn't greener on the other side..Lady
460481
Why not! But at the end of the day its all about how you feel about a women with 2 kids! if its not what you want, dont go there....but if you think that you can take the challenge, go for it and enjoy the love and affection that she has to offer.
954329
You're a good man.  Nothing wrong with you at all.  If you want your wife to feel needed then allow her to do the things she wants to do for you and don't forget to thank her and show her appreciation for it afterwards.
361613
Yes it is wrong. Your wife will take it as a criticism to her own sense of style. As her husband it is your job to love her just the way she is and not to try to change her fashion style or anything about her. What are you doing checking out unknown women anyway? no wonder she's mad at you.
463732
Most wives tend to give thier husbands plenty of affection. If your wife isn't doing that, then you shoud sit down with her and find out the reason why.
889267
You're right. This is not something a girl with a boyfriend would want to do. If she's serious about staying with you in the long run, she should find a way to take you along or just stay home with you. Partying in Vegas at some guys' house is something that sounds really really fun... for a single girl. And if she's around her single friends, they might pressure her into behaving they way they do, and she might make a decision that she wouldn't otherwise make when she's at home. It seems as if the main problem here is that when you told her you didn't like the idea of her going, she started "giving you attitude" instead of being sensitive of your feelings. If that's the way you feel, even if she thinks you have nothing to worry about, she needs to respect that and not go on that vacation. You have every right to put your foot down! If she cares enough, she'll make the right decision!
313086
When you married your wife you took on the responsibility of her kids, everything that goes with her kids.....  I understand with gas being the price it is, but visitation is a completly different thing than child support.  I say you should just love and support your wife, I am sure she hates going over there as much as you...but her kids would resent her in the end if she didn't bring them to see their dad if she had the means to do it.
311009
If she's still wanting to do something with you just not go to the movies a nice alturnative is to get out in nature. Where I live we have several state parks, or reseviours. We like to go out and have breakfast in the park and then spend the day hiking in the trails. or fishing in the dam. There's so much to do and it usually doesn't cost much other than food and bait if fishing. plus you're out in the sunshine and fresh air.
57013
A vacation?  :)\n\nYou don't mention the ages of the kids, but if they're younger and could be watched by a grandparent, aunt/uncle for a couple of days, many hotels have "weekend getaway" deals.  With 4 children, I don't imagine that the two of you get much time alone, and a couple of days together, away from the kids, can be good for your relationship.\n\nJust a thought..
497150
Why would you not like taking her with you? I would not like it either if my husband didn't want to take me. Would make me think he was seeing someone. Not sure you will ever make her happy with that problem............
456893
Well, obviously it is not a new idea to her, and it may be that your moodiness is exactly the problem that has made her think about it.  Honestly, you don't want to try to hold onto her if she wants to go, and you can always find someone new.  \n\nAs long as you have been married, you should have a little trouble getting use to dating again, but once you do you won't be sorry to be on your own.  \n\nThere are lots of single women out there to enjoy, so do it.  Let her go.  She has voiced it, and it is pretty much inevitable I think.\n\nYou could try counseling, if you want to save it, But you must do something.  Don't expect it to just go away.  Don't blame her for the timing.  Realize that this is something that has been building for some time.
259762
There is nothing wrong with going out and having a good time.  As long as you aren't leaving your child by themselves, with a prevert, or someone that is hurting your child there is nothing to feel bad about.  Also as long as you are not leaving your child every chance you get (like every night).  It gives you time to unwind and relax and feel energized to deal with your child.  I am also a single mom to a 5 year old daughter.  Believe me taking a night out every once in a while is a good thing.  We aren't going to be their mommy forever!
958510
divorce your husband, and take a long vacation. when you come back maybe you'll be rational
458000
Tell him you're taking the kids on vacation by yourself.\n\nAnd do it!  \n\nIf he makes everyone miserable, there's no reason to convince him to go.  \n\nI'd be looking for how to go without him!