Do you think that women as a rule "want their husband to earn more money"? I'm hoping that it was merely an illustration.
In my family, we go by our family needs. It isn't about H making more money it is about "us" making more money and/or "us" spending less. He's an independent contractor - his money goes up and down. I work for an organization so I am eligible for an increase once/year. At times I have worked a second job. At times he has traveled for work more and further than he wanted in order to meet our family goals. At times we have discussed whether I need to look for more lucrative employment.
I don't think that "wanting" is wrong in and of itself - wanting more money, wanting more stuff, wanting our spouse to have a hot bod. It is all just how we feel and it is ok. What is important to get a grip on is how that fits into (a)our personal sphere of influence, (b)how does it jive with reality and (c)what are we willing to give to get whatever it is. Sux to be an adult. We can want whatever but what we get is subject to the laws of the universe.
Just my thoughts on that illustration. Although I will say this - no matter what my opinion or that of H is on my breasts - my babies always loved them!
