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Theres nothing like going on aromantic getawaywith your partner.
And according toMarriage.com, couples whotraveltogether stay together.
But this story is about much more than simply taking a vacation.
This is a smart move.
It would allow the family unit (husband and wife) to make a decision together.
Nevertheless, the outrageousness of the ask prompted the very understandable Hell, no!
Dr. McMahon says that any fallout from this phone call should be handled by the wife.
I said I would ask, but I wasnt excited about it either.
I hear you are disappointed.
However, its our trip and our decision.'
This is seldom a smart move, she noted.
Never allow what therapists call triangulation,' the expert warns.
Dont let this stand.
Answer: No, Mom, both of us made that decision.'
But he really shouldnt be put in the roll of the clean-up committee.
Thats a therapists job, the psychologist noted.
Let them do it, and his wife learn the necessary skills of dealing with difficult people.
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