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A mans hilariously honestletterto his wife about why he cant be ahusbandis going viral for its unexpected ending.

I woke up to this nonsense after almost 11 years of marriage.

The letter, which has been viewed over 20 million times, was written by her husband, Fred.

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And despite the solemn tone, users were relieved to find out the message was merely a cheeky joke.

However I owe it to myself as well as you to be completely honest with you.

I have to come forward with my truth.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

He continued, Tonight on October 22nd 2024 marks opening night for the New York Knicks 24-25 season.

No I will not watch our shows with you.

No I will not get you something sweet, Fred said.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

I will not take the dog out.

I will not get the kid in bed either.

I will sit on my couch, drink in hand and I will watch the game.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

Just call me if you need me.

I look forward to seeing and talking to you later.

AFTER the game that is, he added.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

to which Fred replied, I had to be true to myself.

Even if it hurt.

The replies under the initial X post admitted they first thought Fred was asking for a divorce.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

Not gonna lie I was NOT expecting it had me going the first half, wrote someone.

Kudos to you both for having a fun marriage and messing with each other.

you gotta get him back tho and get us a Part 2!

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

you could tell this family is filled with love and jokes man, read a comment.

She revealed toBored Panda, I initially thought it was a date night or trip envelope.

Maybe even a spa gift certificate.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

As I continued to read I instantly started laughing, she continued.

His letter made my day.

I smiled the biggest smile.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

Now that we are married with children, this passion has become increasingly frustrating to me, she said.

To watch the games, he will miss activities with our children and me.

Hes missed school events, our kids sporting events, my birthday and even one of our anniversaries.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

After receiving a few replies touching on these issues, Joy made it clear that her husband was different.

Cooks cleans, helps with our kid and dog, shewrote.

Idk what yall are used to but he is not THEM.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

I am blessed to be a stay at home mom.

Hes not like the men theyre describing, she told Bored Panda.

He literally keeps me going.

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

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“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy

“I Hate To Do It”: Man’s Letter To Wife On How He Can’t Be A Husband Sends Internet Into A Frenzy