Annoying card things

[Leon]

Two years ago I went from Dooney to Vuitton for her, I know the feeling 3 purses and wallets later. They are approaching my Jos Hall Cabinet value....

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[Rhotchkiss]

Wives and cards..... My son had his bar mitzvah last fall, and of course my wife needed a dress equal to the occasion (and the shoes to go with the dress). Bottom line, her beautiful red dress and fancy shoes could have gotten me 75% of the hammer price on the red Cobb blank back in heritage last night! Of course, she thinks cards are dumb and doesn't understand how I can spend so much on them, but to her, her dress and shoes were well worth it and, indeed, obligatory (even though my cards can be resold and her dress will likely never be worn again). Alas, I'd rather have the wife than the cards - happy wife, happy life!

[spaidly]

Originally Posted by Rhotchkiss

Alas, I'd rather have the wife than the cards - happy wife, happy life!

Amen, brother!

[clydepepper]

Alas, I'd rather have the wife than the cards - happy wife, happy life!


Well, let's see: I know a wife will throw out your old cards without much drama, but, to get rid of an old girlfriend...that's in a different league.

Cards know when to shut up.

Wives can sometimes cook a good meal.

You can let your friends handle your cards.

Wives can give good back rubs.

Cards are ruined if they get wet.

Wives do not like to be grouped together by age, let alone condition.

Cards are happy just to be put away someplace safe.

Wives may insist on 'salmon' colors for that 'someplace safe'.

You can donate your cards and get tax credit for them.

Wives don't like it when you attempt to donate them.

Cards can be handed down to your children and grandchildren, none of whom will appreciate them as much as you do.

...Hey...finally, that's true with wives as well.

[ngnichols]

The single life..........all of the fun you guys have without the headaches and attachments.

[bn2cardz]

Originally Posted by ngnichols

The single life..........all of the fun you guys have without the headaches and attachments.

You know not which you speak.

Wednesday I was in the hospital room as my friend died. Her husband was not crying about the 47 years they were married together wishing he had remained single. A "happy wife" doesn't feel like a sacrifice when the happiness comes from a place of love.

[Gary Dunaier]

I may have shared this story elsewhere on Net 54, but it's appropriate here. It was written by the late stamp dealer Herman Herst, Jr., and while it's technically about stamps, no philatelic knowledge is required to appreciate it... or commiserate with the poor soul.

The customer was a doctor in Brooklyn. He needed a used single of [a very expensive stamp] and asked me to send him one on approval. Since he was a good buyer over the years, always paying promptly and never complaining, I did not hesitate to submit one.

Back it came, promptly, torn in half, with a brief note from his wife:

“My husband has received strict orders from me. He is not going to buy any more stamps. I hope this teaches you a lesson.”

Fortunately, his original letter had an office telephone number on it, and I was not long in calling him on the phone.

He thought that I was calling for not having sent the stamp. He said:

“My wife said that if she saw any more letters from stamp dealers she would open them and tear any stamps in the letter in half. I did not think she meant it.”

He continued, “It has taught me a lesson. I am going to take a Post Office Box. I will give you the address as soon as I have it.”

He did not stop buying stamps, and was decent enough to pay for the torn stamp. I asked if I might keep it as a souvenir of the stupid act of a wife jealous of her husband’s hobby.

It does not happen often that one spouse denies the other the pleasure of a hobby. But when that couple finally breaks up, her forcing him to seek additions to his collection via a Post Office Box will have been the start of it all. Happily, few of us are that dumb.

Hopefully, none of you who are married or are in long-term committed relationships have a partner like the battleaxe described above.

[Exhibitman]

Originally Posted by clydepepper

I'd rather have the wife than the cards.

Anyone remember the first time you revealed your hobby to the future spouse? Kind of like admitting to a mental illness. I always thought I'd not get the wife because of the cards.

[clydepepper]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

Anyone remember the first time you revealed your hobby to the future spouse? Kind of like admitting to a mental illness. I always thought I'd not get the wife because of the cards.

Stick to your guns, Adam...it's not you; it's them (don't they always say that anyway?).

Heard this one a few nights ago:

If you put a wife and a dog in your trunk, who's going to be happy to see you when you let them out?

[LuckyLarry]

I got divorced in 2003. My ex requested the Princess House crystal and her Beanie Babies. I got the baseball cards.
Larry

[EYECOLLECTVINTAGE]

Originally Posted by clydepepper

Stick to your guns, Adam...it's not you; it's them (don't they always say that anyway?).

Heard this one a few nights ago:

If you put a wife and a dog in your trunk, who's going to be happy to see you when you let them out?

Bill Maher?

[Jay Wolt]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

Anyone remember the first time you revealed your hobby to the future spouse? Kind of like admitting to a mental illness. I always thought I'd not get the wife because of the cards.

My wife's a peach! I first met her when she came into my card store in the late 80's

[BeanTown]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

Anyone remember the first time you revealed your hobby to the future spouse? Kind of like admitting to a mental illness. I always thought I'd not get the wife because of the cards.

We all get addicted to things. There are good and bad addictions. Mine is fantasy and collecting cards. After getting divorced, I went on match.com and listed all my addictions so there were no surprises down the road. Worked out perfectly as the Gal I met loves me for being me! No more hiding small boxes with 50.00 of insurance on it when it comes in.

[LEHR]

Originally Posted by Leon

Two years ago I went from Dooney to Vuitton for her, I know the feeling 3 purses and wallets later. They are approaching my Jos Hall Cabinet value....

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A few months ago I tried to get my wife to buy a purse that she was drooling over and I knew she loved. It was $90.00 and she just wouldn't do it. In her words: "I do love it but $90 is a ridiculous waste of money for a purse".

Yes, I know I've got it good!

[brian1961]

Originally Posted by LEHR

A few months ago I tried to get my wife to buy a purse that she was drooling over and I knew she loved. It was $90.00 and she just wouldn't do it. In her words: "I do love it but $90 is a ridiculous waste of money for a purse".

Yes, I know I've got it good!

Here's where you take over, pal. Buy her the purse on the sly. When it comes, hand it to her with a hug, look deep into her eyes, and tell her, "Darling, because you're well worth this $90 purse, and a whole lot more." A wife needs to feel cherished from time to time. She might cry with joy, and that is quite all right. Regardless, she will remember your loving gift for the rest of her life.

Do it, brother, and I wish you two the very best. ---Brian Powell