Jak, I think starting the dialogue on vacation planning will help her stress level. I think she was thinking that I didn't want to go.
She doesn't seem too keen on Puerto Vallarta. It seems too much like a resort for her.
I received an email from her stating she that wants a beach and a city. We've been to Miami three times and usually have a good experience. A week in Miami may be the best option at this time. I'll let her peruse the Puerto Vallarta brochures and see what she says.
I've been dragging my feet on this vacation for the past several months, due to my job responsibilities and wondering how we're going to pay for it. She recently received part of a windfall from a deceased relative, so that takes care of the financial piece.
I'm refraining from offering her advice on what to do with the windfall. I told her that she needs to be wise with it. We're meeting with a financial planner in a few weeks, so we'll get a reality check on our progress towards retirement planning.
She complains about having the cooking job, but it's essential given her priorities. She's having an interior designer over this week to help her decide how to install new televisions in the house, and she recently spent $600 on shoes. My only indulgence at this time are my dance lessons ($30 per week for two group lessons).
She gave me the green light on beginning a vacation account. I'll start with $100 per month and likely build it to $150/month. The latter would accumulate $1800/year, enough for a yearly vacation.
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