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Jet · 16 July 2009, 07:34 AM

Hello all,

I am just so blown away that I just felt the need to show off & share with you how fortunate I am.

Last month I informed my wife of how much I enjoyed driving her MB SLK 32 AMG. We bought it as a promotion present for her. She drives her Toyota Highlander 3 days a week & 2 days for the MB. I own a Toyota Tacoma & it is my daily driver. I drive her MB on some weekends, but I’ve always thought of it has as hers.

Two weeks ago, I again told her that I enjoy her little car & that I hope to own a MB sedan later on. Since all our cars are paid off & that we are debt free (other than the mortgage), I thought that the possibility would be good for maybe next year. She stated that it would be feasible & it would be nice to have a sedan.

I retired from the military in April (she bought me a SD as a present). Mind you that she bought me a Daytona last year for a b-day present.

The military retirement was “official” this July (so she decided to buy me another present as she received a good bonus this year & was so kind in spending it on me).

This past Saturday we went out on our usual date & she SURPRISED me by bringing me to the dealership to pick up my retirement present.

I know that for most of you, this is not much at all & it isn't really anything to share. However, I come from modest means & I have never received a present of this magnitude.

It isn't the car or material possessions that I am showing off, but the mere fact that I consider myself VERY FORTUNATE to have a spouse who gives me the world (my world).

The good Lord has truly blessed me w/ a wonderful lady & I am truly grateful! Now, I just pray for continued good health for me & my loved ones.

erwin · 16 July 2009, 07:38 AM

What a nice wife you have there, Jet!

allanofcalifornia · 16 July 2009, 07:38 AM

Congratulations on the beautiful car and a wonderful wife!

Allan

Idle Swede · 16 July 2009, 07:40 AM

You are truly blessed.......

swatty · 16 July 2009, 07:41 AM

Congrats , nice car and very nice wife

Jocke · 16 July 2009, 07:50 AM

All I got from my wife was this:

With those words: Can you bring a little speed now?

Jocke

Deputydog · 16 July 2009, 08:07 AM

Jet that is absolutely awesome.

sexner · 16 July 2009, 08:10 AM

Congratulations, Jet.
That is one amazing woman you are married to!!!!!!!!! Very nice Benz!

I can relate 100%. I retired with 26 yrs in the Army and my frau had 28 when she pulled the pin. I had mentioned that I always wanted a diesel 3/4 ton GMC Sierra and she bought me one shortly after I got out.

Enjoy, brother.

Jet · 16 July 2009, 08:27 AM

Thank You all for the kind words! Wow - Good friends at TRF & a great home life - what more can an old military retiree want?

Quote:

Originally Posted by sexner

Congratulations, Jet.
That is one amazing woman you are married to!!!!!!!!! Very nice Benz!

I can relate 100%. I retired with 26 yrs in the Army and my frau had 28 when she pulled the pin. I had mentioned that I always wanted a diesel 3/4 ton GMC Sierra and she bought me one shortly after I got out.

Enjoy, brother.

Thanks Sheldon & congratulations to you! The GMC Sierra is quite nice, my neighbor has one down the street & I wouldn't mind having one (since I like trucks), but it would not fit in my garage or driveway.

A big Army "Hoooowahhh" to you brother!

bodybump · 16 July 2009, 08:32 AM

Jet your wife has a sister??

The GMT Master · 16 July 2009, 09:31 AM

What a lovely way to end your service! The E Class really delivers in terms of quality and dignified elegance, your wife is a very generous lady and clearly has plenty of taste too! Enjoy the car!

allanofcalifornia · 16 July 2009, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

All I got from my wife was this:

With those words: Can you bring a little speed now?

Jocke

So, was this the hint to do the cooking or the dishes?

Allan

LocoNBroko · 16 July 2009, 10:03 AM

Wow, anyone who would think that is "not much" needs to have their reality checked.
Congrats on a beautiful gift from an obviously beautiful woman!
Semper Fi,
T

East Bay Rider · 16 July 2009, 10:07 AM

Amazing gift. Believe me, that's a big deal.

mailman · 16 July 2009, 10:30 AM

You have a great wife Jet

That's a great present and I would be floored if any one bought me anything like that

As Bill said, yeah, that is a big deal

Congrats man

Taffi Abernathy · 16 July 2009, 11:22 AM

That is one beautiful car and your wife was wonderful to surprise you like that. Use it in good health! (BTW, having lived in San Diego for a number of years, I am familiar with that dealership. Small world!)

redshirt1957 · 16 July 2009, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

That is one beautiful car and your wife was wonderful to surprise you like that. Use it in good health! (BTW, having lived in San Diego for a number of years, I am familiar with that dealership. Small world!)

A good gift for me is when the wife lowers the amount of anti-freeze in my meals.

unclesallie · 16 July 2009, 11:53 AM

wow!

wino4ever · 16 July 2009, 12:32 PM

while it's the thought that counts the label don't hurt! ;-)
what a wonderful gesture. enjoy your ride.

Skullring · 16 July 2009, 12:38 PM

Jet. You are a lucky man. Enjoy your retirement. Thank you for your service. Hooah! You have a great wife. I showed my wife the photos and she didn't commit to a Mercedes or a Rolex. She needs further work.

kcmo · 16 July 2009, 12:45 PM

Congrats Jet! What an amazing gift. You sure are a lucky guy!

Jimbits76 · 16 July 2009, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

Amazing gift. Believe me, that's a big deal.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

You have a great wife Jet

That's a great present and I would be floored if any one bought me anything like that

As Bill said, yeah, that is a big deal

Congrats man

Quote:

Originally Posted by unclesallie

wow!

These guys said what I was thinking.

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

A good gift for me is when the wife lowers the amount of anti-freeze in my meals.

That could very well be your funniest line yet...even Claire laughed out loud

J

Carolina · 16 July 2009, 08:50 PM

Hey, that is an amazing gift. Unbelievable!

anipit · 16 July 2009, 09:09 PM

Lucky couple!!

damoyorkie · 16 July 2009, 09:30 PM

Congrats Jet. Good on your missus, as well.

Enjoy that retirement as well.

All the best.

rajurama · 16 July 2009, 11:38 PM

Welshwatchman · 16 July 2009, 11:44 PM

You have a great wife, a great life, a DS and a couple of mercs, Jet.

Who could ask for more?

Rebel · 17 July 2009, 12:29 AM

Congrats to you.

migboy · 17 July 2009, 01:13 AM

wow!!! congrats on the car and the wonderful wifey!!!

cowincanada · 17 July 2009, 01:18 AM

great gift! i'm sure your wife had as much fun giving it to a grateful person like yourself

16 July 2009, 07:34 AM	#1
Jet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Jet Location: SoCal, USA Watch: SD/Sub/GMT/Daytona Posts: 796	My generous wife! Hello all, I am just so blown away that I just felt the need to show off & share with you how fortunate I am. Last month I informed my wife of how much I enjoyed driving her MB SLK 32 AMG. We bought it as a promotion present for her. She drives her Toyota Highlander 3 days a week & 2 days for the MB. I own a Toyota Tacoma & it is my daily driver. I drive her MB on some weekends, but I’ve always thought of it has as hers. Two weeks ago, I again told her that I enjoy her little car & that I hope to own a MB sedan later on. Since all our cars are paid off & that we are debt free (other than the mortgage), I thought that the possibility would be good for maybe next year. She stated that it would be feasible & it would be nice to have a sedan. I retired from the military in April (she bought me a SD as a present). Mind you that she bought me a Daytona last year for a b-day present. The military retirement was “official” this July (so she decided to buy me another present as she received a good bonus this year & was so kind in spending it on me). This past Saturday we went out on our usual date & she SURPRISED me by bringing me to the dealership to pick up my retirement present. I know that for most of you, this is not much at all & it isn't really anything to share. However, I come from modest means & I have never received a present of this magnitude. It isn't the car or material possessions that I am showing off, but the mere fact that I consider myself VERY FORTUNATE to have a spouse who gives me the world (my world). The good Lord has truly blessed me w/ a wonderful lady & I am truly grateful! Now, I just pray for continued good health for me & my loved ones.

16 July 2009, 07:38 AM	#2
erwin - Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Erwin Location: Hollywood, Ca Watch: SD Posts: 1,032	What a nice wife you have there, Jet! __________________ Your watch silently speaks about your character! sd/datejust/tudor/a couple of vintage omegas/tissotMB Meisterstuck Bordeaux pen/MB Noblesse Oblige/Starwalker/MB Classique Fountain pen/MB no 149

16 July 2009, 07:50 AM	#6
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	All I got from my wife was this: With those words: Can you bring a little speed now? Jocke __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

16 July 2009, 08:10 AM	#8
sexner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: 4Q Location: Nowhere near you Watch: 169622, 124060 Posts: 2,014	Congratulations, Jet. That is one amazing woman you are married to!!!!!!!!! Very nice Benz! I can relate 100%. I retired with 26 yrs in the Army and my frau had 28 when she pulled the pin. I had mentioned that I always wanted a diesel 3/4 ton GMC Sierra and she bought me one shortly after I got out. Enjoy, brother. __________________ One should endeavor to do what is right not what is established.

16 July 2009, 08:32 AM	#10
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Jet your wife has a sister?? __________________

16 July 2009, 07:38 AM	#3
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	Congratulations on the beautiful car and a wonderful wife! Allan

16 July 2009, 07:40 AM	#4
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	You are truly blessed.......

16 July 2009, 07:41 AM	#5
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Congrats , nice car and very nice wife

16 July 2009, 08:07 AM	#7
Deputydog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Derek Location: Tennessee Watch: 16610 Posts: 85	Jet that is absolutely awesome.

16 July 2009, 09:31 AM	#11
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	What a lovely way to end your service! The E Class really delivers in terms of quality and dignified elegance, your wife is a very generous lady and clearly has plenty of taste too! Enjoy the car!

16 July 2009, 10:03 AM	#13
LocoNBroko Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: California Watch: GMTIIcSUBUBFDSDDS Posts: 334	Wow, anyone who would think that is "not much" needs to have their reality checked. Congrats on a beautiful gift from an obviously beautiful woman! Semper Fi, T

16 July 2009, 10:07 AM	#14
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	Amazing gift. Believe me, that's a big deal. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

16 July 2009, 10:30 AM	#15
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	You have a great wife Jet That's a great present and I would be floored if any one bought me anything like that As Bill said, yeah, that is a big deal Congrats man __________________ JJ

16 July 2009, 11:22 AM	#16
Taffi Abernathy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Faith Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: TT DJ, SS DJ Posts: 4,053	That is one beautiful car and your wife was wonderful to surprise you like that. Use it in good health! (BTW, having lived in San Diego for a number of years, I am familiar with that dealership. Small world!) __________________ Sarcasm is my second language.

16 July 2009, 11:53 AM	#18
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	wow!

16 July 2009, 12:32 PM	#19
wino4ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Austin Posts: 47	while it's the thought that counts the label don't hurt! ;-) what a wonderful gesture. enjoy your ride.

16 July 2009, 12:38 PM	#20
Skullring "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Phillip Location: Alabama Watch: Triple 6 SD Posts: 1,720	Jet. You are a lucky man. Enjoy your retirement. Thank you for your service. Hooah! You have a great wife. I showed my wife the photos and she didn't commit to a Mercedes or a Rolex. She needs further work. __________________ It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

16 July 2009, 12:45 PM	#21
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Congrats Jet! What an amazing gift. You sure are a lucky guy!

16 July 2009, 08:50 PM	#23
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	Hey, that is an amazing gift. Unbelievable! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

16 July 2009, 09:09 PM	#24
anipit "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Laura Location: Italy Watch: 16610 + 16220 Posts: 385	Lucky couple!! __________________ Laura from Italy. 16610 + 16220.

16 July 2009, 09:30 PM	#25
damoyorkie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Damien Location: United Kingdom Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 207	Congrats Jet. Good on your missus, as well. Enjoy that retirement as well. All the best.

16 July 2009, 11:38 PM	#26
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16 July 2009, 11:44 PM	#27
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	You have a great wife, a great life, a DS and a couple of mercs, Jet. Who could ask for more? __________________ ..33

17 July 2009, 12:29 AM	#28
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,257	Congrats to you. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

17 July 2009, 01:13 AM	#29
migboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicago Watch: 16610 Posts: 300	wow!!! congrats on the car and the wonderful wifey!!!

17 July 2009, 01:18 AM	#30
cowincanada "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Toronto Watch: 16610 Posts: 170	great gift! i'm sure your wife had as much fun giving it to a grateful person like yourself

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