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The Battle of the Wii

January 21st, 2008 at 06:59 pm

DH and I are having a friendly "battle" over the Nintendo Wii system. The battle is whether or not we should buy one -- and so far, I (the NAY vote) is winning! We went to a friend's home last month and played all the sports games (bowling, tennis, baseball, golf, and boxing). It was fun! But I don't really feel it is worth the cost. More time in front of the TV is not the best idea. Fresh air (kind of) and outside exercise is healthier (although the boxing game was tiring). In this area, the system is sold out everywhere and I will NOT wait in line at 5 am at Target, etc.

In the local business section, one pundit predicts that the Wii will be a bargain for the 2008 holiday season. I am all for delayed gratification! DH feel that we will have more fun as a family (true) and the price is reasonable based on the wate of fun (return).

Hmm... our "truce" rules that if DH wants the Wii, then HE will wait in line and take funds out of HIS pay. So far, no Wii.

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6 Responses to “The Battle of the Wii”

  1. Thrifty Ray Says:
    January 21st, 2008 at 07:14 pm

    I had an opportunity to buy one before Christmas...and the hub and kids have really enjoyed playing. I am still not sure it is the best investment...but it has brough hours of fun and the family has enjoyed playing...so I guess it is to each his own...and has worked just fine here (Ive never tried it..lol)good luck w your decision

  2. boomeyers Says:
    January 21st, 2008 at 08:12 pm

    Yes, the exercise we get is tremendous! Try the Olympic Games. Man the skiing, let alone the curling (yes,curling!) are exhausting!! My nephew said my BIL had to take off his shirt when they were boxing because he worked up such a sweat! Definately great for those of us that live in cold climates and can't get out too much right now! There is no way I would stand in line at a store though! They had plenty at Costco that included extra controllers and a game.

  3. Broken Arrow Says:
    January 22nd, 2008 at 06:45 am

    This isn't me taking sides or anything, but would it be easier to set up a separete fund for it? And just fund it according to whatever you guys agree upon? I don't think it has to be an either-or... even if it's just $5 a month for good behavior, chores done, or something. Big Grin Then, when it's full, they can go out and buy it if they still feel inclined to do so?

  4. Mr. Meager Says:
    January 22nd, 2008 at 09:16 am

    I got my Wii this weekend and think it is a great investment because of all the nights out I sacrificed to save up for it as well all the future nights out I will bypass to play.

  5. pretty cheap jewelry Says:
    January 22nd, 2008 at 11:01 am

    Oh what a timely topic! I am also on the resistance side because it competes with my 2 grade school kids attention toward their homework! I don't need anymore competition!

  6. savingbucks Says:
    January 22nd, 2008 at 01:07 pm

    Thanks so much for the replies on this issue. I know we will get a Wii - it is just a matter of when. Another important issue to me is that DH will buy something when he wants it (the price is not always relevant to DH) -- whereas I am perfectly happy to wait for a bargain. That happened with a certain car he "had" to have - he is now very unhappy with it and regrets rushing into its purchase. And I just smiled and did not say "I told you so." Smile

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