We are in a role reversal marriage where I am the sole breadwinner and my husband is a full-time househusband - he handles cooking, cleaning, and everything that would traditionally be done by a woman.
We still feel a little awkward discussing this with new people we meet. We're not embarassed by our roles at all, it's just that we are tired of explaining why I go to work and he stays home. Any advice?
2007-03-24 07:32:23 · 12 answers · asked by Claudia 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Why discuss it at all? People shouldn't be rude enough to ask such things. This 'day and age' it's perfectly acceptable and anyone who is rude enough to ask shouldn't be anyone you want to 'hang out wiht'.
2007-03-24 07:34:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't be ashamed of the fact that you have a different type of marriage. You should be proud of the fact that it is working for the two of you. I am sure that you will find that there will be more people doing the same thing that you are doing. I have found that some men are just more comfortable being around the house with the children then some of the women are. Be proud that you have such a great husband and be sure to celebrate your oddness. :)
2007-03-24 07:39:30 · answer #2 · answered by Sandra C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Other than dealing with complete morons, this should be self explanatory and needs no explanation at all. If you have to explain then those people have no business being there at all. You should only have to explain the results. Am impressed by your roles and thank you for helping out in society
2007-03-24 07:40:30 · answer #3 · answered by Arthur W 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well I would say you dont have to explain why to anybody! Just tell them the deal and leave it at that! This is increasingly becoming more accepted and practiced by families and there is nothing wrong with it at all! Whatever works for you guys is what you should do
2007-03-24 07:58:09 · answer #4 · answered by lovebug512 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't owe people an explanation. I think it's great and more power to you. If I was in your position and someone had the nerve to question me I would just look at them like they are the weird ones. Who is rude enough to act like that anyway??
2007-03-24 07:38:44 · answer #5 · answered by DazeyChain 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you have to explain it at all? That's great you guys have something that works for you. I actually know quite a few couples who do what you do, and they are all doing quite well and happy with their lives. It's none of anybody else's business how you guys choose to do anything!
2007-03-24 07:36:46 · answer #6 · answered by 1978girl 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't feel obligated to explain why this is the way you do it - I don't explain why my husband works and I stay home. Whatever works for you!!
2007-03-24 07:37:39 · answer #7 · answered by Zabes 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, take heart in the fact you both found each other and that your marriage works! There is no need to explain to others why 'anything' in your relationship.
2007-03-24 07:35:41 · answer #8 · answered by ark 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need not explain it to anyone.
Its that people around you would be jealous about you and your husband.
When both of you have decided what to do and agreed upon it, then you shouldn't be tired about what is happening outside.
Good luck to both of you.
2007-03-24 07:42:44 · answer #9 · answered by meenu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Role reversal...is that when you swap wives or something? Thats hot. How about a 3some?
2007-03-24 07:35:14 · answer #10 · answered by Joe B 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋