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Original poster

To leave my husband…

54 replies

checkingforballoons · 30/12/2021 20:31

…for a heated throw?
I had assumed that DH and I were quite happily married but since I unwrapped DHT on Christmas morning I’ve been swept off my feet. It has various settings and has supported me through both my booster side effects and my current period pain.
I told DH this evening that I can’t help how I feel and know that DHT and I are meant to be and that I didn’t want to string him along. He just rolled his eyes and asked me what kind of pizza I fancied.
Is he maybe in denial? And has anyone else had to navigate a similar situation? I did develop quite strong feelings for the robot hoover when it arrived but those cooled once I realised how often long hair clogs it up.

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Merryoldgoat · 30/12/2021 20:34

You sound really fickle OP - if you move from appliance to appliance like this frequently there’s no guarantee this is the Real Thing.

I feel really sorry for abandoned Robot Hoover.

QueenofLouisiana · 30/12/2021 20:37

We have to have a threesome due to the arrival of a heated throw. It’s a regular event on our sofa.

Original poster
checkingforballoons · 30/12/2021 20:40

Robot Hoover and I are still very good friends, we speak most days.
I don’t think that kind of relationship would work for us QueenofLouisiana. DH is the type that goes out in the snow without a coat :(

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Muthalucka · 30/12/2021 20:41

Please link said throw… I may want to steal
It away from you…

Original poster
checkingforballoons · 30/12/2021 20:45

www.argos.co.uk/product/9434914?clickSR=slp:term:heated%20throws:9:43:1 Obviously as it’s online you might want to meet it in a public place before you invite it home with you.

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Mrstamborineman · 30/12/2021 20:45

I hate to break it to you but you definitely have an inferior DHT. The best and most wonderful DHT is right next to me, lovingly caressing my legs.

gingeristhenewblack43 · 30/12/2021 20:49

I don't have a DH anymore,
but since I introduced my new heated throw to the family DD has been throwing herself at it continuously. I barely get anytime with it myself. I can see a falling out in our near future!

YerAWizardHarry01 · 30/12/2021 20:50

"DHT" really tickled me

MrsMoastyToasty · 30/12/2021 20:52

That @checkingforballoons is a flighty piece. You mark my words, come June time she'll be all over an ice cream maker.
hoicks bosom

Sciurus83 · 30/12/2021 20:54

"DHT" GrinGrin

Actually this looks amazing, I might need this....

mediumbrownmug · 30/12/2021 20:58

YABU to have cooled towards the robot vacuum. Do your feelings overlap, or do you at least end things before moving on?

BrightYellowDaffodil · 30/12/2021 20:58

Could you maybe share DHT with DH? As a way of trying to rekindle things, shared interests and all that?

Handholdtoday · 30/12/2021 21:03

Swept off my feet' 🚩 This is lovebombing
'Various settings' 🚩 This means many masks and they will drop.

I think DHT is a rebound from Robot Hoover can this can only end in tears.

Grin
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checkingforballoons · 30/12/2021 21:32

I’m surprised at some of the responses. The situation isn’t ideal but I refuse to be blanket shamed. I have needs.
Not to drip feed but there is one more slight complication. I introduced DS to DHT and now he’s rather attached too Blush

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Mrstamborineman · 30/12/2021 21:52

Lock up your Dht’s Smile

Merryoldgoat · 30/12/2021 21:53

Ffs - imagine if your DH introduced your son to an OHB - you’d be outraged.

One rule for women and another for men.

You should be ashamed.

PixieLaLa · 30/12/2021 22:20

YANBU - I feel the same!

MsJaneAusten · 30/12/2021 22:25

I did exactly this.

Actually, no, I’m not a cheater. I ditched ExH first, then moved onto DHT. It’s a much happier relationship.

WhatsErFace2020 · 30/12/2021 22:30

Look, take it from one who knows Im not proud of it either but it may be al hot and heavy now, of course it’s all new and exciting. By May you won’t even give DHT a second look. So yeh, I give it 6 months before it fizzles out.

Let’s hope your DH sticks around until then...perhaps may have his head turned by a newer (necker massager) model....

SpellBounds · 30/12/2021 22:30

I managed to get one on amazon for £25 following a link from a bargain hunter lady off Instagram. A bargain throw would definitely be worth LTB for. I'll find the link for anyone interested.

SpellBounds · 30/12/2021 22:32

Deal: Bedsure Electric Heated Throw Blanket - Single Heat Over Blanket Machine Washable Soft Fleece Sherpa Electric Blanket for Sofa, Grey, 130X160cm www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B091SX2X86/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_dl_FDHEHS4N17M8W9025HCM?psc=1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=mumsnetforu03-21

45% voucher code under the product photos.

Hedonism · 30/12/2021 22:37

Oh I've been eyeing up heated throws for weeks. Bit worried I might be taking a midlife crisis Bear

Hedonism · 30/12/2021 22:38

Or even having midlife crisis Blush

Flingingmelon · 30/12/2021 22:43

Have you considered opening the relationship OP? If you are busy with the DHT and DH prefers the cold, maybe he'd like to spend his new found free time with this little minx?

www.aid4disabled.com/chillow-pillow/

comfortablyfrumpy · 30/12/2021 22:46

I feel I should, in the spirit of sisterhood, warn you that these HTs are a fickle, ageist lot.

Mine very quickly decided my 18 yr daughter was better company than me. They have been inseperable since meeting. I can't believe my DHT and my own flesh and blood felt able to betray me so brazenly. They sit together on the sofa every evening. Bold as brass.

It is now my ExHT.