JT

My boyfriend wants to go out for seafood and I’m in the mood for a little Italian. He won’t even consider my choice and it seems like I’m the one who always has to give in. Every night we seem to get in a fight about the same stupid thing. I’m really getting sick of this and don’t know what to do. Any suggestions on what would make him more agreeable?

P.V.

P.V.

I empathize with your situation, I really do. And I’m not quite sure how to tell you this, but your boyfriend is never going to go for a little Italian. No matter how secure he may feel in his masculinity, there is something about that idea that simply puts men over the edge. I don’t know if it’s the utensil comparison, or genuine disgust for the meal. I know it’s not fair. He can probably sit down to a whole platter of oysters or fish tacos right in front of you, never thinking twice about your needs.

Forgive the cliche, but it is what is. You’re not going to change his tastes now. If it’s really that important to you, there are men who enjoy both seafood and a little Italian now and then. It might be time to consider your options and move on to a more fulfilling relationship. Good luck to you.

JT

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