Originally Posted by
gpsblake
Counter argument - she will have to be working and take care of the house, and all the bills and everything else while you out there touring and having a good time. She will be lonely without you. Not very fair at all on her part. Marriage is about compromise.
So he should not enjoy his retirement because his wife chooses to continue to work? I would not consider it at all selfish for him to enjoy long tours; he worked for the duration of his career to earn the right to enjoy his retirement. Marriage is about allowing each other to do what makes them happy. Both should be willing to support the other doing what makes them happy.