Learner Dad: I started going for a cycle nearly every day. I think I’m competing with my wife

My wife pointed out this morning that we’re becoming like an American couple, with our smug exercise regimen and healthy living

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“Would you prefer an overweight wife with a drink problem, or a skinny one who isn’t any craic?” 

That’s what my wife asked me recently when I was trying to get her to share a beer on a sunny weeknight. I told her I’d prefer an overweight wife with a drink problem every time, particularly now that she’s my only booze buddy and the pubs are shut.