For the past six years, my wife and I have been married. During this time, she knew that I had an interest in video games, although I hadn’t played them much since we got married. Specifically, I have always been a fan of The Legend of Zelda series, which releases new games only once every 5-6 years.
Whenever a new Zelda game came out, I would usually dedicate about 2-3 hours a day for a couple of weeks to complete the main story. After that, I wouldn’t play the game anymore.
Throughout our relationship, my wife has been incredibly supportive of my love for Zelda. She would buy me Zelda-themed merchandise and gifts because she knew it was a game I had cherished since my childhood. One year, she even surprised me with an Ocarina, which is a musical instrument from my favorite Zelda game of all time.
Now, let’s fast forward to last Friday when the long-awaited new Zelda game was released. My wife was well aware that I had been eagerly anticipating this game for the past 5-6 years. The day was going smoothly, with all the household chores and bookkeeping taken care of. I had just come home from work, and I mentioned that I was excited to finally play the new Zelda game.
To my surprise, my wife responded with a somewhat dismissive tone, saying, “Oh, alright then, enjoy your game.” I felt a bit awkward and uncertain about her reaction, so I started playing the game for about 30 minutes, but then I stopped.
The next day, on Saturday, I tried to play the game again, hoping to immerse myself in the new Zelda adventure. However, I received a similar response from my wife: “Okay, you enjoy your game while I find something else to do.” I couldn’t help but feel confused and a little hurt by her attitude.
This situation is new to me in my relationship with my wife. I want to experience and enjoy this new Zelda game that I have been waiting for, but at the same time, I don’t want to annoy or upset her. I value her happiness and don’t want to create any tension between us.
I find myself caught in a dilemma. On one hand, I want to delve into the world of Zelda and have fun playing the game. On the other hand, I don’t want my wife to feel neglected or unimportant. I wish to strike a balance between my passion for gaming and maintaining a harmonious relationship with my wife.
Understanding and open communication will be essential in resolving this issue. I believe it’s important for us to have a conversation where we can express our feelings and find a mutually agreeable solution. Perhaps we can set aside specific times for me to play the game, ensuring that it doesn’t interfere with our quality time together. By finding a compromise that respects both of our needs and interests, I believe we can overcome this situation and strengthen our bond as a couple.
