I felt very bad today. Today I went to my wife’s workplace with her for a party. It was a nice party. I have met the colleagues of my wife many times. They are all nice people. It was great meeting them again. While speeches were being made, I saw my wife standing together with her colleagues near the mic and it was then that I noticed.

I wondered why I never thought about it before. My wife was looking as always very nice but I realized that her dress was looking old. Everyone else had apparently put on a new dress for the occasion but my wife was wearing her only party black dress. I must say- I felt extremely bad.

Now when I think about it, it’s been a very long time since my wife purchased new cloths for herself. I also took for granted that she would take care. Six months back we decided to invest our money in some profitable ventures. We made a list of all household things and needs. We jotted down everything and it’s perceived expense. But I clearly remember, my wife’s wardrobe was not in the list. I conveniently forgot all about it.

Oh God- I am so bad. All these months, I have been feeling happy that we are making sound investments and my wife is wearing old cloths to her workplace. I know how much my wife likes to dress up. Infact, this is the only thing she loves. But she gave it all up for our better future. This is not right. I am a fool.

I am feeling so bad. My wife has the best style. She just knows all about cloths. She is not like me at all. She is my pride. I can’t see her standing with her colleagues in an old dress. No- she would always have all the cloths she needs and wants. I will make sure of that.

Let me take your leave now. Please take care- bye.

The ‘common man’ had a heart to heart chat with his wife. The wife gave many rational reasons but the common man didn’t relent. The very next day, they went to the mall and purchased new cloths for the wife. Yes- they invested less that month- but their happiness and togetherness doubled.