Any way to undo this latest screw up without sounding more controlling or fake to her?
Agree with her. Easiest way out of any argument.
"I have been thinking W. I agree that we need to get the tire fixed, how can I help you make that happen today?"
= Support + no fixing
IDU, I agree with Coach. I was thinking the same thing. Your W wanted your support or might have even wanted you to take care of getting it fixed at the shop in town. Point is she wanted something her way and you wanted to do it your way.
Contact her and say exactly what Coach suggests. If she brings up taking it to the shop again then just do it and be happy to do so.
M 38 WAW 36 Together 19 years Married 12 years Bomb/Separated Oct. 09 I love my wife Sitch