It’s Sunday afternoon. You’re home with your honey relaxing, doing chores.... WATCHING GAMES??!!! How do you handle it? Do you feel like your quality time is being monopolized by the lore of sports? Or do you find the free time to yourself fulfilling and long overdue?

You may be wondering, why all the questions? Well, sports to many people is an outlet. A source of energy, fun, entertainment and even relaxation. But as with everything in life, there are always diverse views, different ideas and even confrontational opinions. It is a true fact of life that the more you know, the better you understand. What we hope to offer is a means for viewers to post their opinions, questions & concerns on various sports related subjects and situations. Tell us how it relates to your personal life and relationships.

We encourage you to send us your questions and comments. Use this an open forum to vent, learn, understand, laugh and maybe even change your viewpoint!

Here are a few comments we have already received regarding our first subject:

Your Views:

I do not want the type of man that requests or requires my permission to do something he enjoys doing. Watching football happens to be MY chosen activity for a Sunday, so if I get to enjoy that with my man, then I am happy (and if beer and pizza are involved, I am in utopia).
-Donna, Gloucester, New Jersey

If my significant other is a sports freak in one sport I have no problem if she sat there on Sunday and watched a game or two. The problem would come if she did nothing else but watch sports all day that would be bad. Most people I know that watch sports all day everyday are in a bad relationship or single.
-Mike, New Jersey

I would not mind at all if my husband wanted to watch sports on Sunday if he helped out for an hour or two in the morning. I also wouldn’t mind if he did the bedtime routine for our four year old son one or two night a week in exchange.
-Krista, 33, Cherry Hill, New Jersey

I’m O.K. with my husband watching sports as long as he doesn’t ask me to be his slave while he is sitting on his rump enjoying himself.
-Jolene, New Jersey

Our View:

They say opposites attract and this is true. In the beginning of a relationship everything is magical and we thrive on each other’s differences. As time goes by, we forget that being different is what makes a relationship unique and successful. Too often we expect our mate to be what we want them to be, rather than who they are. Here are a few things to try. First, respect and acknowledge each other’s passions and hobbies. Everyone needs their own space and time for themselves. So instead of frowning at it, ENJOY IT! Read a book, catch up on your shows, take the kids for ice cream, make it your time. Second, you have to be considerate and have an open mind. Communication is everything. Perhaps instead of "I don’t care what you say, I’m watching the game", talk about it and compromise! Finishing everything on the agenda for the day and then say to your mate, "Why don’t you come curl up with me and watch the game?" You never know until you ask! For the non-sports lover out there, if your honey asks you to curl up and watch a few games on the tube, lighten up, grab some popcorn and relax. Show them that you are interested in their activities and passions by being a participant. You never know, you might just have a good time!

Next week’s topic: How much is too much to spend on sporting events?
E-mail your comments to Angela & Michelle. Also, send us your ideas, comments and questions for future topics. We look forward to hearing from you!