Hi ladies :)
Just really curious what your thoughts are.
Fortunately, I read the bulk of RP theories before I even met my boyfriend, so our relationship is going great. My birthday is coming up, and he has booked reservations well in advance. He was eager to tell me where we're going because the place is really nice, but I mentioned I prefer keeping it as a surprise. Then he said, "I have to start making more money to keep taking you to fancy places."
I doubt he was complaining. He said the above sentence with a positive tone and a huge smile on his face! However, thanks to BP conditioning or what have you, I ALMOST said "I can pay for my half, and we don't need to go somewhere fancy." Thank goodness I didn't say that!
But I didn't know what to say, so I was awkwardly silent for a few seconds, then said (enthusiastically) "you've taken me to so many amazing places!" Then we start small talk about restaurants in our area. He retained his good mood, and the rest of the night was normal.
I feel like I responded to this situation neutrally, but not super well. What's a great way to respond in this situation? How would you respond, or how have you responded when your SO said something similar?
Thanks so much!
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