Back to the Teenage Playground: The Parent Visit Transformation

When my parents come to visit, I swear my husband transforms back into a teenager. He runs around in his old band T-shirt, plays video games for hours, and even sneaks snacks into the living room like he’s trying to hide them from mom. Meanwhile, I’m just watching, shaking my head in disbelief. “You do…

Dave’s Do-Not-Do List: The Case of the ‘To-Do List Flu’

When it comes to house chores, some husbands have an arsenal of creative excuses ready to deploy. Take Dave, for example. His wife, Sarah, handed him a to-do list one Saturday morning, filled with all the things she’d been asking him to tackle for weeks. “Dave, could you please fix the leaky faucet, mow the…

Scrolling Past Each Other: The Modern Love Dilemma

In today’s world, it’s not uncommon to see couples out to dinner where both spouses are glued to their phones. Picture this: Tim and Sarah are sitting across from each other at a cozy restaurant, barely making eye contact. In between scrolling through their social media feeds, Tim suddenly complains, “You’re more interested in your…

Lost and Found: The Comedy of Everyday Oversights

Lost and Found: The Comedy of Everyday Oversights

“Hey honey, have you seen my keys?” “They’re right where you left them, on the kitchen counter.” “Oh! I just looked there!” “Did you look with your eyes open or just your mouth?” Have you ever found yourself in a never-ending scavenger hunt for items that are clearly in plain sight? If you’re married, chances…