Sherman, the next time your wife does her "permission" thing, just stop, stare at her incredulously and say "Wow. Do you REALLY think I need your permission as to how I decide to live my life? Just wow."
or
"(Wife) I don't need your permission as to how to live my life. You've basically fired me as your husband, and I have heard you, and I have decided that I'm going to live my own life, consistent with my values. But thanks anyway, I'll be sure to make a note of that."
