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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What are her reasons for wanting private school?

I think it is a super odd decision to give up having a SAH spouse, who presumably has made your career possible and kept the home running, over taking a stand about $30k which is not material for your household.

The real conversation is about public vs. private and what is best for your kids and family - including when you retire.  Solve that question - this isn't about needing her to work.[/quote]

This is so right.

OP, if you have the discussion, make it about budget and priorities. State your concerns about retirement, etc. Do not use the word "you" at all. Don't bring up her going to work; instead ask her for ideas on how to make up the "shortfall."

"Shortfall" is in quotes because I cannot fathom making that much money or how much your expenses could possibly be to be concerned about a relatively small chunk of change that even subtracted from your income still puts you well ahead of most people.[/quote]

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