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would you be pissed if DH left to help other drivers?
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Anonymous
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We got home after a punishing trip and DH saw a few stranded motorists in our neighborhood. He dropped me and our toddler off and has been gone for the last over two hours and I've not heard from him. The lights keep flickering and frankly I'm pissed.
He said, "if it were you I'd want someone to help" which is sweet but I want him here or at least to check in. He was just sticking to our neighborhood, no main roads and we have four wheel drive. He was only going to the entrance of our neighborhood which is less than a mile away. I don't suppose too much can happen since everyone is going so achingly slow...but I'm still worried and pissed. |
Anonymous
| He just called - should be home in a minute. I'll get over it - I should be nicer. Hopefully he made some neighbors' nights easier. |
Anonymous
| Does he have a cell phone on him?? Call him to make sure he's alright.. Other than that, I really don't think I'd be angry.. imagine how appreciative those people he's helping must be.. |
Anonymous
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Your husband sounds like a great guy. After making sure that you guys were safe, he went out to check on folks who needed help. I wish more people had that kind of mentality. Sure, family first. Then help your neighbors. Be nice to him when he gets home. |
Anonymous
| I'd be pissed but proud. I sent DH out last winter to help people on our street, and I feel like that good karma meant someone was available to help him when he got stuck trying to get to my parents' house to pick them up and bring them somewhere with power. |
Anonymous
Be grateful you are married to someone, who, unlike you, thinks and cares about his neighbors. |
Anonymous
| I get being angry and worried, but your DH is doing a wonderful thing. My DH has taken to clearing off a trouble spot in our neighborhood every time it snows or there is ice, and I am so proud of him! |
Anonymous
| Op he probably wants to get away from your selfish ass |
Anonymous
Agreed! My DH did the same thing last winter and we were in a blackout but I was SO proud of him! I hope my son grows up to be like him. |
Anonymous
| Nope, I wouldn't be pissed. In fact, this is my life. If it isn't other drivers, it is transporting staff to local hospitals while I stay home with the kids and shovel out our house. I often wish I was a better person and took care of others, but I don't. My contribution is that I take care of our family solo so that he is able to help others. |
Anonymous
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Calm down people I was just venting. I was tired and cranky like my toddler after the long commute and wanted help with the routine. I appreciate what he did - he is home all is well.
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Anonymous
And hopefully your DH is nice to counteract what a bitch you are. |
Anonymous
| What a sweet husband! OP, I will not attack you like other posters have. I'm sure you are a nice person- you've just had a tough day and you're missing your husband. |
Anonymous
I see that you've already been told off and got defensive, but I have to say I agree with the others. Tired and cranky or not, your first instinct was to be ungenerous, not just on your own, but with your husband. I think that's a problem. Maybe you should examine your heart. And honestly, I'm not trying to be a jerk. But....you really sounded small with this post. |
Anonymous
Thanks! He is home now and I'm very thankful. I hope everyone's loved ones gets home safe and the power stays on all night! |