Man Gets Roasted For Ruining Wife's Birthday Because She Showed "No Enthusiasm"

"I try and talk to her about suggestions and I get the typical short answers"

Ah, birthdays! The ideal time to show your affection and make priceless memories is on your spouse's birthday. There are so many beautiful and imaginative ways to celebrate that day that will make your spouse feel loved and valued.

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You can create a unique birthday celebration for the two of you. It doesn't have to be difficult, but it will need some planning and consideration.

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You can choose a present that reflects your spouse's tastes because giving thoughtful presents shows your concern and attention to their passions. You can give your spouse a handmade cake as a surprise.

Whether it's brownies, cheesecake, or a traditional birthday cake, decorating it yourself will make it much more memorable. You can also take a trip together, as it is a wonderful way to celebrate and relax.

If you have limited time, you can pick a nearby location because spending quality time with each other is what matters most. This is what the OP of today's story chose, but it didn't work as planned.

OP's wife said she wants to spend some time in a hotel or somewhere away from the house. She also wanted to do something with her twin sister.

The OP was thinking of going abroad, but his wife didn't want to travel because they have children. Along the line, OP says that his wife is showing no enthusiasm or engagement towards his plans.

Read the full story below to find out how everything transpired.

The OP kicks off his story

The OP kicks off his storyReddit
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OP says his wife shows no enthusiasm or engagement at all

OP says his wife shows no enthusiasm or engagement at allReddit
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It would be good to have some kind of discussion about it

It would be good to have some kind of discussion about itReddit

The OP ended up not booking anything for his wife's birthday

The OP ended up not booking anything for his wife's birthdayReddit

OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the AH:

She wanted to go away. Maybe I am the AH because I didn't take charge and sort it out.

Let's head into the comments section and find out what other Redditors have to say about the story

Let's head into the comments section and find out what other Redditors have to say about the storyReddit

The OP could have just booked a spa package for his wife

The OP could have just booked a spa package for his wifeReddit

The way the OP is handling this puts the burden back on the wife

The way the OP is handling this puts the burden back on the wifeReddit

The OP can get his wife and her sister a weekend at a nice hotel

The OP can get his wife and her sister a weekend at a nice hotelReddit

What would address the issue of leaving the children?

What would address the issue of leaving the children?Reddit

It was up to the OP to figure it out

It was up to the OP to figure it outReddit

OP's wife doesn't want to plan her own birthday

OP's wife doesn't want to plan her own birthdayReddit

Sounds like OP's wife could do with a break

Sounds like OP's wife could do with a breakReddit

On your spouse's birthday, you have the chance to express your love and make enduring memories. With the help of a well-considered plan, the OP would have achieved a feat to celebrate and create a memorable day for his wife, but he chose to blow it up.

Of course, Redditors showed him no mercy as he was declared the AH in the story. Drop your thoughts about this story in the comments section and share this post as well.

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