I usually have no problem (other areas other than W) with direct and find that it often works best.
I guess I was just trying not to throw the D in her face knowing that she really wants the new vehicle. Hmmm - maybe her reaction to that is part of letting her feel the impact of decisions she is making / has made?????
I think the lack of directness from me (especially in areas where she is likely to be disappointed) has been present before and is something I should look at more deeply. In those types of circumstances tend to feel like I have failed in some way or let her down..... interesting.......
Me-48,W-51 M-22,T-24 S- 18,16,9 Feb-Jul '11 Away from Home, after initial B date Aug-Dec '11 Back at Home on couch Dec '11-now Same bedroom, room mates only Dec '14 W files initial D paperwork