I’ll never forget the Christmas gift my husband Murphy gave me – a vacuum cleaner. Yes, you read that right. A vacuum cleaner. It was a gift that left me feeling furious, hurt, and unappreciated. But little did Murphy know, it was also a gift that would spark a plan for revenge.
It had been 16 years since we’d exchanged Christmas gifts, and I was expecting something special. But as I unwrapped the vacuum cleaner, I felt like I’d been punched in the gut. It was a gift that screamed “I don’t care about you” rather than “I love you.”
Murphy’s justification was that it was a practical gift, something the whole family could use. But I saw it for what it was – a thoughtless and lazy gift. I felt like I was being treated like a maid rather than a wife.
As the days went by, I couldn’t shake off the feeling of hurt and anger. But I knew I couldn’t let it consume me. So, I started planning my revenge. I knew it had to be something special, something that would make Murphy realize the error of his ways.
A year went by, and Christmas rolled around again. This time, I was ready. I’d been saving up and planning the perfect gift. It was something that would make Murphy laugh, cry, and maybe even learn a lesson.
As the family gathered around the tree, I presented Murphy with his gift. It was a large, industrial-sized case of toilet paper. The look on his face was priceless – shock, horror, and embarrassment all mixed together.
The family erupted in laughter, and I couldn’t help but smile. It was a moment of pure revenge, but also a moment of triumph. I’d made my point, and Murphy had finally understood the value of a thoughtful gift.
It’s been five years since that Christmas, and Murphy has never forgotten the lesson he learned. He’s become more thoughtful and considerate, and our marriage has become stronger because of it.
As for me, I’ve learned that sometimes revenge can be sweet, but it’s also important to forgive and move on. And as for the toilet paper, well, let’s just say it’s become a legendary gift in our family’s history.
