Many men would dread the idea or the possibility to go shopping with their wives on a vacation. For some it engenders ennui that makes them feel to shop for themselves is a painful experience. Let's face it, women are extraordinary in their shopping habits and practices. For instance, a woman would enter a shop at one end of a mall to purchase a blouse and find one that fits, it is the style she wants, and the right price; but will proceed until she reaches the upper end entering each shop along the way inspecting various styles with intent. Then she makes her mind up and returns to the shop at the lower end and purchases the blouse, which she saw first. That whole expedition would probably take two hours. But that's not what she came to the mall for!
Men on the other hand, sees what he likes and makes the purchase. His energy is conserved, but he pays more.
As a husband, you must have the guts to shop with your wife and make no comments, even if it takes hours to look for Ross and stand in the isle tired holding her hand bag looking like a tire old lady. So where is the joy, if any!
Despite all the fatigue, I still find shopping with my wife a heartwarming experience, which cements the bond between us. You see, I am participating in what she likes to do best and in a strange way spending quality time with hers. I have given up what I like doing on an overseas vacations, that is drinking beer and enjoying a good movie to be the sounding board for her. What's more I admire her when she tries on a dress or a pair of pants and calls me to watch her model the potential purchase outside the fitting rooms. Sometimes there are disagreements and I get to know her better when she retorts "that's not me." But when I agree with her selection, there is ecstasy and in that state of mind my night is looking good.
So shopping with your wife though tiresome, is still a wonderful experience.
Enjoy your vacation!
