The Peak of Patriarchy: A $50,000 Ticket and a Trophy Husband
Seriously? Are we still doing this? I just saw a story – a story, people! As if its some heartwarming testament to marital bliss – about a man who brought his wife a Powerball ticket. And not just any ticket, mind you, but one worth $50,000. Fifty thousand dollars! Apparently, this is supposed to demonstrate… what? That he’s an “obedient husband?” Because thats the terminology being thrown around like confetti at a particularly nauseating wedding.
Let me translate: He did something she asked and now he gets lauded for it. As if bringing your partner a random piece of paper with a chance to win money is some revolutionary act of devotion. I’m picturing him beaming, probably expecting a medal and a parade. Look at me, he seems to be silently screaming, “I fulfilled my wifely duties! Arent I a good boy?
It’s the performative nature of it all that truly grates. The manufactured sweetness, the carefully curated image of domestic tranquility. It’s not about the money; it’s about reinforcing these antiquated roles and expectations. Because apparently, in some circles, a man demonstrating basic respect and consideration is now worthy of national news coverage?
I fully expect next weeks headline to read: Husband Remembers Anniversary! Wife Delighted! Get a grip, people. Just be decent human beings – not trophies.
