Skilly Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 My new girlfriend is moving in on the 27th of this month. I have been forwarning her that I will be "busy" on the 29th, but haven't really given her the details. She says, "Are you telling me you will be watching sports all day, on our move-in weekend?!" I say, "Well, it's technically not sports....but it's related." She basically knows nothing about football, but she knows I like it. Not sure if she truly gets the obsesion. She DEFINATELY will not understand me watching possibly 16 hours of draft coverage. Do I give her cash and send her to the mall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giants56 Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 That depends - are you actually going to sit and watch the draft straight through? I know I usually have it on as I'm doing yard/house work and will keep checking in for the Giants/other points of interest and will sit and watch as I eat lunch. If you are like me I think she can stay but yeah, if you are going to sit and watch it all day break out the wallet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skilly Posted April 16, 2006 Author Share Posted April 16, 2006 That depends - are you actually going to sit and watch the draft straight through?I know I usually have it on as I'm doing yard/house work and will keep checking in for the Giants/other points of interest and will sit and watch as I eat lunch. If you are like me I think she can stay but yeah, if you are going to sit and watch it all day break out the wallet 1422568[/snapback] I know what you are saying, but that's the problem. I live in an apartment, and there's not much in the way of "work" to do. Last year, I basically watched most of it while drinking and chatting in the Skybox. Man, I was hammered halfway through the first round! I need to find something productive to do, like organize the files, alphebatize the CD's, something like that. And, being a Denver fan, I at least have to hang in there until pick 22. Averaging 4 picks per hour, that will be like 6 hours. Maybe I can make dinner reservations somewhere for like 7 pm, and that will ease some of the tension. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satelliteoflovegm Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 I start TIVO on the the draft and let him get about three hours ahead. Then radio blackout while I do other loving things. Then sit down and enjoy while skipping the commercials and several things that are just plain dull. If you try and explain the draft before exposing her to an NFL game is like trying to learn to swim at the crest of Niagra Falls. Some of it is boring to me, if you sour her on this, the concept of football will bring moans for years. Help her make the pad pretty for 3 hours with the deal TIVO is waiting... If you go the DVR route remember it switches to ESPN 2 at some point. The NFL network is also covering it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 I know what you are saying, but that's the problem. I live in an apartment, and there's not much in the way of "work" to do. 1422576[/snapback] With all due respect, this is where I get confused. Your girlfried is moving in, right? So, there's THAT work, no? Or, are you one of those that gets everything done at once, unlike me, which takes weekends to clean out my office? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giants56 Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 I know what you are saying, but that's the problem. I live in an apartment, and there's not much in the way of "work" to do. Last year, I basically watched most of it while drinking and chatting in the Skybox. Man, I was hammered halfway through the first round! I need to find something productive to do, like organize the files, alphebatize the CD's, something like that. And, being a Denver fan, I at least have to hang in there until pick 22. Averaging 4 picks per hour, that will be like 6 hours. Maybe I can make dinner reservations somewhere for like 7 pm, and that will ease some of the tension. 1422576[/snapback] Well I think it goes a little quicker than you're thinking. (Isn't the 1st round usually about 5 hrs??). I'd say a nice dinner at 7 is a winner. Maybe buy a new computer desk unassembled and "struggle" for 6 hrs to put it together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 (edited) Maybe buy a new computer desk unassembled and "struggle" for 6 hrs to put it together 1422582[/snapback] This is brilliant. Edited April 16, 2006 by Chief Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 I went to the Lions draft party at Ford Field two years ago. My wife has given up on me not watching the draft. I've invited a few friends over, and it'll be an excuse to sit around for a few hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 (edited) Tivo. Male menopause. Male PMS. Edited April 16, 2006 by Randall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 She basically knows nothing about football, but she knows I like it. Not sure if she truly gets the obsesion. She DEFINATELY will not understand me watching possibly 16 hours of draft coverage. 1422564[/snapback] My wife and I have been together nigh 8 years - she STILL doesn't get my obsession. I recall she moved in with me in January, so there was some playoff football watched, but the college and NFL seasons were pretty well over. That September, she called me on the carpet, not understanding how I could "watch that much football!"; I went , figuring I only watched Sportscenter and NFL Tonight M-F, the MNF game, the Thursday college game was optional, the Wisconsin and Michigan games on Sat (plus highlight shows) and NFL pregame to the end of Sportscenter on Sunday. That's only, what, about 30 hrs a week? My buddies and I usually pick a house, warn the women, and kick back with numerous beers, a healthy supply of draft guides, a deck of cards in case a poker game breaks out, and a ready supply of smartass comments about teams, players, Mel Kiper, and each other. A good time is had by all - except when Mike Sherman would trade up for Jamal Reynolds or a punter or something. Um, anyway, my advice is to work your butt off getting the big stuff done by noon ET Sat, then leaving her to put her womanly touches on the apartment while you adjourn to a man-centric haven of sporting bliss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skilly Posted April 16, 2006 Author Share Posted April 16, 2006 Well I think it goes a little quicker than you're thinking. (Isn't the 1st round usually about 5 hrs??). I'd say a nice dinner at 7 is a winner. Maybe buy a new computer desk unassembled and "struggle" for 6 hrs to put it together 1422582[/snapback] New computer desk..........that is a great f'n idea! Too bad I already have one that is not in need of replacement. But maybe next year..... I don't have TIVO, and probably wouldn't use it for the draft anyway. I have to have up to the minute info, and probably wouldn't be able to wait to see the results later on. What do ya'll think: mall money, plus a dinner and movie? Is that fair compensation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 What do ya'll think: mall money, plus a dinner and movie? Is that fair compensation? 1422604[/snapback] I would think so. Just explain it's important to you even though it my seem dumb and offer to make it worth her while. Dinner/movie and mall money makes sense to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giants56 Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 I would think so. Just explain it's important to you even though it my seem dumb and offer to make it worth her while. Dinner/movie and mall money makes sense to me. 1422609[/snapback] Yes - even more so because of the mall money. That if she says "how can you watch a show about football with no game for that long?" it's cancelled out by the "how can you spend 3 hours shopping for a pair of shoes when you already own 18 pairs?" You are all set!! (Of course, what do you then if Denver trades both #1s for an earlier pick? Then you have overcompensated You should put a condition on the "trade" to cover this to reduce your "cost" for next year's draft.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackass Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 don't forget about lieing. sometimes the best solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jake_the_builder Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 From my newlywed wife, she said that is will be alot easier if she learns to deal with it now and to find a hobby.........she also said that be thankful that during football season, she won't have to talk to you on sunday's, so to enjoy her free time! I think mall $ and dinner/movie is good enough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 (edited) Here's my thoughts on your BIG problem! It isn't really a problem. Stop acting like a P U S S Y and just tell her, "this is something that interests me and I really Love to watch it. You probably won't understand me but if you told me that you wanted to watch something very badly I would have no problem with that because after all I Love You so much!" Give her $$ for shopping, dinner and a movie??? :doah: :doah: Man you are pathetic not to mention wipped. As are the rest of you guys who agreed with him. I mean if you can't talk to the woman in your life about something that you want to do because it means so much to you and you really enjoy it, than she shouldn't be moving in and you shouldn't be together, period! However, Good Luck! On another note, I must have the best wife in the world. We have 2 kids together and she never, ever complains about s h i t. We care, understand and do for each other and after 11 years together not much has changed. I sympathize with you. This message isn't meant to insult anyone, I just want to help. If any fellow huddlers need to make excuses or overly explain why they enjoy something and want to do it to their significant other, that's a bad sign for the future. Your partner in life should love and understand you for who you are and deal with it as you would deal with her/them. Edited April 17, 2006 by irish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jake_the_builder Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Here's my thoughts on your BIG problem! It isn't really a problem. Stop acting like a P U S S Y and just tell her, "this is something that interests me and I really Love to watch it. You probably won't understand me but if you told me that you wanted to watch something very badly I would have no problem with that because after all I Love You so much!" Give her $$ for shopping, dinner and a movie??? :doah: :doah: Man you are pathetic not to mention wipped. As are the rest of you guys who agreed with him. I mean if you can talk to the woman in your life about something that you want to do because it means so much to you and you really enjoy it, than she shouldn't be moving in and you shouldn't be together, period! However, Good Luck! On another note, I must have the best wife in the world. We have 2 kids together and she never, ever complains about s h i t. We care, understand and do for each other and after 11 years together not much has changed. I sympathize with you. 1422633[/snapback] Well put. I just got married and feel the same way you do! She will learn to live with it if you REALLY enjoy it.. PS. I would never give my wife money to leave me alone to watch football, but if it works for some people, so be it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Here's my thoughts on your BIG problem! It isn't really a problem. Stop acting like a P U S S Y and just tell her, "this is something that interests me and I really Love to watch it. You probably won't understand me but if you told me that you wanted to watch something very badly I would have no problem with that because after all I Love You so much!" 1422633[/snapback] Well said and I wish you had stopped there. We all have passions others we love may not posess. Dinner and a movie sounds good. I'm sure she will want to do something you don't understand too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 My wife and I share the money we make, it's a common pot, and if either one wants/needs anything that is within our budget we get. No one needs to give anyone money to go buy themselves something. They just go and buy it and that's that. If my wife wants to go shopping and to dinner and a movie while the draft is on great. I say have a good time see you later. If she would rather stay home while the draft is on, so be it. She keeps herself busy and when I've had enough we move on. It really is that simple for us. I don't understand why it can't be for others. If it's not get out now things will only get worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKF Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 This is your religion. Its like like its optional or anything. She needs to deal with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 "I never met a woman that didn't understand a good slap to the face." H. Bogart Not that I'd ever think that was the right way to go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackass Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Tell her you were all-conference back in college, you've been working out for a few teams and you need to watch to see if you're drafted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loyalboyd Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Tell her you were all-conference back in college, you've been working out for a few teams and you need to watch to see if you're drafted 1422760[/snapback] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TecmoBeast Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 yer screwed, better buy some roses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goopster24 Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Make it a learning session for her.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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