create a budget of what we can afford and stick to it. If we cheat on that budget, we'll never get where we want to be.
Doesn't this sound like you are insinuating she's not sticking to the budget?
Yeah, the "where we want to be" might sound a bit pushy
I also don’t know your thoughts regarding daughter’s birthday however I think it would be a good idea for us to keep it economical. Please let me know what you would like me to contribute, I can then look over my budget and see if it’s within reason." [/quote]
"within reason"? You are going to see if she is being reasonable? I know you are not saying that but couldn't it be seen that way? How about "see if I can afford it".
I like the fact that you leave a lot of it in her court. I think it shows you respect her judgment and are willing to discuss it with her.
Just my opinion.
Freshman Class of 2012
M-49 W-42 1D-10 T 10 YEARS M 9 YEARS EA/MLC 07/2010 Separation 28/05/2012 PA confirmed 31/07/12 W Asked for D 31/07/12 D on and off the table since then
