Help!! need advice from married men with kids

#51
#51
TENN said:
alrighty, i just started getting into college football last season (still a lot to learn) but anyway my wife has not picked up the concept im REALLY getting into it..

so a few minutes ago she comes to me and says,, i got free tickets to go see elmo live for the kids (we dont take our kids out much) so i was like ok thats cool when is it, she response back its Saturday at 2:30... i was like %#$^&@*#^% no, so now she is pulling the guilt trip

wtf do i do.. i cant miss this game after all the tension

unless your married with kids you may not understand..
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Married with 2 kids ...

This is tough. I am fortunate in that I will never be in this type of situation. Being a UT fan, or at least understanding my love for Vols football, was a prerequisite that my wife had to have. My wife is just as big a Vols fan as I am, so she is very understanding.

Example: My youngest son was born on Friday, 9/1/2006. We had agreed up front that, as long as she and our son were healthy, I was going to go to Knoxville the next day for our opening game. The Lord blessed us with a healthy baby and delivery, and so I was off the next morning to Knoxville to see the Vols beat Cal.

Now, back to your situation ... I think you're stuck this time. However, I would make some good subtle comments (as strong as you feel comfortable) about being interested in watching future football games. You need to set the expectations up front.

One option ... Do you have a good buddy who you can have call you and ask you to watch the game at his house? If so, is there anyone who can use your Elmo ticket in your place?

If all fails, then just tape it and watch it afterwards. All signs point to the Gators giving us a beat down, so you won't miss much. Plus, you can fast forward through timeouts and commercials.

Good luck. Let us know how it goes!

:thumbsup:

GBO!
 
#53
#53
Go to the show with the kids and DVR . If it turns out as bad as it probably will you can skip thru all the heartache and keep the wife happy in the process .
 
#56
#56
Seriousley This happened to me. I took off my paints and told her to put them on. She did and said they don't fit there too big. I said thats right. I weare the paints. She took off her paints and said put these on . I said i can't get in these paints . She says just remember that.
 
#57
#57
I feel like a lucky guy. My wife loves college football(she's an auburn fan and one of our first discussions was the hatred for bama.) my daughter(she's 2) sings Rocky Top.
 
#58
#58
SpringBokVol said:
If you have Tivo or something like that then record it and watch later. Spending time with the family is time you never get back.
With that said, if you can't record you have to make her understand the importance of this game.
And yes, I am married with one son.
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I love it.
 
#59
#59
lol you guys are awsome... alright its clear that i need to take them, i do agree that there only at this age once 2,4 and 9.. ill record the game and watch it later. but I WILL dress them up in there UT gear to wear to the show 2 y/o has his jersey 4 and 9 have there cheerleader outfit. ( that was the first thing i bought when i started being a fan) and my UT flags will be flying high. thanks for all the replys. You guys do truly rock.. (all of you)
 
#61
#61
TENN said:
alrighty, i just started getting into college football last season (still a lot to learn) but anyway my wife has not picked up the concept im REALLY getting into it..

so a few minutes ago she comes to me and says,, i got free tickets to go see elmo live for the kids (we dont take our kids out much) so i was like ok thats cool when is it, she response back its Saturday at 2:30... i was like %#$^&@*#^% no, so now she is pulling the guilt trip

wtf do i do.. i cant miss this game after all the tension

unless your married with kids you may not understand..
:banghead2:
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I have two young kids...I kiss them goodbye till the winter.....I honestly haven't me anyone like you:eek:k:
 
#64
#64
The answer just dawned on me!

680 the Fan in Atlanta is actually a radio affiliate for the Florida Gators and will be broadcasting the game. Go to Elmo Live and take a radio.
 
#65
#65
Ahem "go to the restroom" check on phone. Call friend. Make sure friend knows you will be calling so he or she can expect it. If its a blow out, you might enjoy Elmo
 
#68
#68
the wife and kids are more important.

watching ut play florida at home $0
watching them play in florida $800
watching them play at home after divorce $50,000
 
#69
#69
A few thoughts:

Suggest a girlfriend/grandparent/wino on the corner go with her.

Give the tiks (and the kids) to a family friend with a child. Then she can stay home and learn to love the game.

Go to Blockbuster and get every Elmo DVD you can find and play them non-stop until everyone is sick of him.

Teach the wife and kids to love the Vols.

If you don't have Tivo/DVR this could be the perfect time to go get one.

Get an iPhone/portable radio etc and some earphones. Glance her way occasionally, nod and smile. Just be careful not to let out a "%^$^*^!!!" or "Kill him!" as Elmo is laughing.

BTW....I have 3 kids and 1 ex-wife.:)
 
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#70
#70
TENN said:
lol you guys are awsome... alright its clear that i need to take them, i do agree that there only at this age once 2,4 and 9.. ill record the game and watch it later. but I WILL dress them up in there UT gear to wear to the show 2 y/o has his jersey 4 and 9 have there cheerleader outfit. ( that was the first thing i bought when i started being a fan) and my UT flags will be flying high. thanks for all the replys. You guys do truly rock.. (all of you)
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wise decision bud.
 
#71
#71
If its the one in Daytona it repeats 5 times:

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This Event Repeats 5 times

Sep. 18, 2009 Friday 7:00PM
Sep. 19, 2009 Saturday 10:30AM
Sep. 19, 2009 Saturday 2:00PM
Sep. 20, 2009 Sunday 1:00PM
Sep. 20, 2009 Sunday 4:30PM

Sesame Street Live - "When Elmo Grows Up" | Daytona Beach, FL, 32118, WFTV

Exchange the tickets for earlier or later time.
 
#72
#72
TENN said:
lol you guys are awsome... alright its clear that i need to take them, i do agree that there only at this age once 2,4 and 9.. ill record the game and watch it later. but I WILL dress them up in there UT gear to wear to the show 2 y/o has his jersey 4 and 9 have there cheerleader outfit. ( that was the first thing i bought when i started being a fan) and my UT flags will be flying high. thanks for all the replys. You guys do truly rock.. (all of you)
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Ok, you obviously have started very late in accepting college football as the great sport that it is. But that 9 year old definitely needs to be on your side. That's quality 1 on 1 time right there...... grandparents can go.....hint hint
 
#75
#75
tums said:
Oh, its not just a filipina fetish. Its a foreign one. I hate everything about American women. They can look alright, but beyond that......there is nothing positive.
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Lulz dont know if id go that far. And actually most of us are foreigners. Just if you want to be politically correct. But what ever floats ur boat...:)
 
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