Need to convince DH to let us go back!!!!!

[Worfiedoodles]

Somewhere there's a post on a forum: "Need to convince DW to stop dragging us to Disney!!!!!"

I think we could use a 12 step program if there are people who think it's kosher to trade sexual favors for a trip to WDW, even if the recipient is their husband, or think it's cool to take family money for a use the man has already vetoed. We're tiptoeing on compulsion territory.

Wow, that seems a little harsh to me! I thought the "G" rated comment was in jest, and with regard for "taking family money for a use the man has already vetoed" -- now that seems compulsive in another way -- are you suggesting that the OP is not allowed to take a vacation unless her husband accompanies her, or that she needs his permission to use the funds they have jointly generated? Or is it because he is "the man", so her wishes are immaterial? I really hope I have misunderstood what you are trying to say.

I didn't hear in OP's post that he didn't want anyone to go, just that he didn't want to go himself.

I agree that everyone should agree to whatever their final decision is, but it doesn't have to be no one goes because dh doesn't want to. That seems medievally compulsive to me.

 

[terrygroomes]

Wow, that seems a little harsh to me! I thought the "G" rated comment was in jest, and with regard for "taking family money for a use the man has already vetoed" -- now that seems compulsive in another way -- are you suggesting that the OP is not allowed to take a vacation unless her husband accompanies her, or that she needs his permission to use the funds they have jointly generated? Or is it because he is "the man", so her wishes are immaterial? I really hope I have misunderstood what you are trying to say.

I didn't hear in OP's post that he didn't want anyone to go, just that he didn't want to go himself.

I agree that everyone should agree to whatever their final decision is, but it doesn't have to be no one goes because dh doesn't want to. That seems medievally compulsive to me.

The "G" Rating comment was in jest, as a matter of fact it was my DW who said it,so Thank you for your post Worfie

 

[vroomagain]

What about a compromise? Spend a few days in DL and go see some sights in California.

 

[Trixie15]

I would go someplace else! It's not like Disney is the only fun place to be. And since you already have a trip planned the next year, go someplace your dh wants to go instead. JMO!!

 

[happymommy]

To the OP: you stated it's not a money issue. If you really want to go back to WDW, do you have a friend or family member that wants to go with you? Do you work or stay at home? I stay at home, so take my kids on some vacations without DH, then he comes for a couple of them every year. I'd say go alone with the kids, but with a one year old, that may be difficult.

Then you can plan another vacation that your husband wants to take. Or just the two of you, if he wants some history or culture (I can't imagine how fun it is in museums with a one year old).

We used to go to WDW many times while the kids were really young - much more often than you do - as it was the easiest place for us to relax and enjoy ourselves. They were entertained, we enjoyed the weather, and also my DS has food allergies and he could eat so well there. No, we weren't learning much culture, just enjoying ourselves and the time off. Now that they're older we do go more places, but I understand enjoying it there while they're so young.

 

[Nancyg56]

I think I would ask DH to suggest the next vacation destination. I love Disney too but there are lots of fun places to enjoy as a family. I have an acquaintance who will not, absolutely will not even consider any other place for a vacation. She told me her girls would like to go somewhere else but that she refuses. It is Disney or nowhere. I don't understand that.

 

[sritter78]

Thanks for all of the replies! I understand going other places, but just not sure where else to go. DH loves history and like a PP, I can't imagine doing museums, tours, etc. with a 1 year old and a 4 year old.

I think that this is the time to go to Disney a lot while they are young and as they get older Disney can become every other year.
My DD LOVES Disney World and really wants to go back. She asks daily when we are going back. We took her when she was 11 months and I would love for DS to go around that same age period.

 

[Worfiedoodles]

I can't tell where you are located -- what about Sesame Place in PA? Storyland and Santa's Village in NH? If you want a non-theme park experience, you could do the beach, mountains, etc., lots of kid-friendly options where you do things at your own pace...

 

[Indiana Rose Lee]

so it is only about what you think and you want for your kids? His opinion dosn't count?