John K Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 I've nearly finished the house rebuild during which I had bought what seems like every DIY tool known to man, so getting the Westie is a nice thing to keep me occupied. The OH has just witnessed me unloading the tool chests (after all the other recent stuff) and asked "is this car just an excuse to buy things again?" I was bought up being told that lying is bad.. What should I actually tell her? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Colonial Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 They are a solid investment that will save money in the long run. Worked for me many a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTR2Turbo Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 there is a difference between a lie and being economical with the truth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wile E. Coyote Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Only lie to her about tool / car expenditure to the extent that she does about shoes / handbags / makeup / her hobbies. If she simply keeps quiet about such expenditure (and you, sensibly, never ask) then treat that as the way that things should be with the car... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M444TTB Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 I find selective hearing effective. However we've only been married 3 years and living together 5 so I may be rumbled on this soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey Carter (Buttercup) Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Just tell the truth right from day one. She will get over it. If you tell the truth you will not be telling lie after lie to cover things up or constantly worried you will be found out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue ass fly Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Just lie Its easier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marto303 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 NO NO NO & NO ( I have to say that cos swmbo sometimes reads my posts, ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Colonial Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 You could show her how much you appreciate her at the club's expense... http://forum.wscc.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic/109867-enter-the-reward-my-partner-contest-today/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2rrr Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 I've had that socket set for years, oh that's a last years torque wrench. You've seen that before !!. Seems to fit in with shoes and dresses somewhat. Best of all "it was a bargain ", Maybe not Her indoors doesn't read my posts thankfully. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyonspride Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 It's simple, promise that tool storage space means less mess and means you can clear some space in the house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onliest Smeg David Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 NO NO NO & NOBetter to face a little pain earlier telling it as it is (almost), than worry about receipt then receive lots of pain when found out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham0127 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 My wife went into the garage and said....'you've got another bike'.....I replied ' no, I've just resprayed the tank' .she fell ...hl&s. Funny.....she can't keep count...but....new colours appearing miraculously overnight seem to ring alarm bells. Seriously.......don't listen to us.....do what the little devil sitting on your shoulder tells you!....... You know her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 I decided to give in and follow orders from the OH... The OH had previously said she wants the DIY tools out of the house when I'm done and that also means the attic is off limits. So the shed is the only place left. Seeing how she saw me lugging the boxes into the shed and they had tool storage written all over them I simply said they are to keep all my tools in good condition. I didn't say which tools... And I told her I got £300 off... So I was simply doing what she asked me to. So I'm a good husband. I'm kinda hoping she won't notice a 6" thick hammer drill won't fit into a 3" high drawer. And I will simply sell all my power tools to you lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wile E. Coyote Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 And I told her I got £300 off... BIG mistake. She probably thinks you spent at least a grand to get that sort of discount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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