What I was getting at is say the wife is a "feminist", but holding down a marraige for appearance, or a special agency, or some sort of "sorority", or whatever.
That she's going to keep the outer image, but they will keep an eye on you and passing gossip to get her to move the way they want. If you realize it, you can accept it and act accordingly or leave.
I think your really going to man up off this in a positive way, and not an angered way. A man who is immune to the bullshit and really does come to a lady that is supposed to be his in the best way possible. IE: a lady who chooses to be with you is having a huge advantage from being with a man like yourself.
That the people who do keep trying to make the appearance, will even look crazy to their self!!! Due to your prominance and positivity.
I'm going to keep watching this post. I would like to know more about this department operates.
In the last several years, I have ran through a few groups that are doing mudsling on a entirely different level.