How to persuade spouse you must go to a meet?

I'm seeking creative ideas on how to persuade my spouse that I simply must go to a travel meet in December. He didn't quite make vomit noises when I mentioned it, but looked a bit (not unduly) irritated/bewildered/annoyed by my desire to compete in meets. (He hasn't raced much lately.) The timing was likewise unappealing. Any thoughts? I was contemplating calling my mother and begging for a visit.
Parents
  • the being able to "do anything" can be a curse at times in our land of excess. I think that's another major reason as to why I swim. Keeps me grounded, disciplined. It's a bit of a reality check. Last I checked a stellar swim won't just fall into my lap. Too bad! :D How true! I think a lot of stellar swims are in your future though. :banana:
Reply
  • the being able to "do anything" can be a curse at times in our land of excess. I think that's another major reason as to why I swim. Keeps me grounded, disciplined. It's a bit of a reality check. Last I checked a stellar swim won't just fall into my lap. Too bad! :D How true! I think a lot of stellar swims are in your future though. :banana:
Children
No Data