I have asked her what she thinks about compromising, and she just says that im trying to start a fight! I think this has alot to do w/ the way her mom treated her dad, and the fact that she is a teacher. Now let me explain. In her class room she is the boss, what she says goes, elementary school children cannot question their teacher, so I think she is in a power trip like mood when she gets home and feels like she has to be in control.
I have mentioned this to her on multiple occasions, and she says that I am just making this up, and thats not how it is. I then ask her what she thinks the issue is, and she states that she thinks im just trying to start a fight.
I think this issue is part of a much bigger issue, and it goes down to control. I dont mind watching her shows, Its not the highlight of my day, but I enjoy being around her, and if I have to make that compromise to be around her, im fine w/ that, but she simply says she doesnt like football, and when I ask her well dont you want to at least watch something with me like I do w/ you, she retorts, I dont ask you to watch my shows w/ me.
Im seriously considering canceling the cable all together, but then again that would mean no news, no internet and all that jazz.
I know it may seem like a petty thing to argue about but to me its kinda a big deal.
Thanks for the insight guys. Ill report back in a little while when I try some of the techniques.
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Originally Posted by Hotmnkyluv
You're not being a douche and she is being completely unreasonable.
The only way to get through this is just to do it...
Start on Saturday or even Friday, start saying, "I'm just letting you know I'll be watching the Dolphins (or whoever) game on Sunday at 1."
Don't ask, don't apologize, simply state it as an accepted fact.
On Sunday, sit down and turn on the game.
When she starts bitching, simply say,"I told you I was watching the game, you can have it back afterwards."
Yes, the first time will most likely result in an argument but next week she will know you mean what you say.
Unless she's 11 and you're going to be switching channels for an hour, this will work.
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I could understand how she would bitch if I was watching the dolphins..
j/k... thanks for the advice