Okay, let's talk Chapter 33 of "How To Get My Husband On My Side." It's the chapter where things get…interesting.
The Case of the Missing Remote
Seriously, it kicks off with the age-old mystery: where is the darn remote? It is like a dramatic opening, setting the stage for an epic battle.
Except the battle isn’t fought with swords or lasers, it's fought with passive-aggressive sighs and pointed glances.
It is a very relatable scenario.
Then comes the twist:Brenda, our protagonist, discovers her husband, Richard, has been hiding the remote. And, of course, he hides it in the most ridiculous place imaginable, the breadbox!
Who hides a remote in the breadbox? Only Richard.
It is so funny to imagine him trying to explain that one.
Operation: Romantic Dinner
Instead of launching into a full-blown argument, Brenda decides to deploy her secret weapon: Operation: Romantic Dinner.
Think candlelight, soft music, and a menu designed to appeal directly to Richard's love of all things cheesy and pepperoni-filled.
She believes that appealing to the stomach will unlock his heart.
The funny part is, she is an absolutely terrible cook. Her heart is in the right place, but the execution leaves something to be desired.
Picture burnt garlic bread, a suspiciously grey spaghetti sauce, and a "salad" consisting of lettuce and a single, forlorn cherry tomato.
Yet, Richard devours it all with gusto, praising her culinary "skills." It is so heartwarming!
The Big Confession
Fueled by questionable spaghetti, Richard finally spills the beans. The reason for his remote-hiding antics is that he felt Brenda was spending too much time watching reality TV.
He missed their conversations, their shared moments of…well, not watching reality TV.
He wanted her attention.
This chapter really highlights how easy it is to misunderstand each other, even when you love someone. It is a simple misunderstanding, but it almost became a big deal.
All those little assumptions we make can build up and create walls between us.
And all it takes is a burnt dinner and a hidden remote to bring it all to the surface.
The Resolution (and the Leftovers)
Brenda and Richard actually talk, really talk. They agree to find a better balance between screen time and "us" time.
It is a simple solution, but a very effective one.
And, of course, they vow to never, ever, speak of the spaghetti incident again.
Chapter 33 is a reminder that even in the silliest of situations, there’s always room for connection and compromise.
Sometimes, all it takes is a little understanding, a questionable romantic dinner, and maybe, just maybe, a less obvious hiding place for the remote.
It is an excellent demonstration of a love-hate relationship, in the best possible way.
So, what's the takeaway from Chapter 33? Communication is key. Also, maybe order takeout next time.