DEAR ABBY: This letter is embarrassing to write. When calling in a fast-food order, my husband wants me to ask the price of each item and becomes upset if they vary from the online menu price. I understand that in this economy, there are bound to be increases.

One day, the difference was about $5. Because I didn’t question it, a heated argument ensued. He said, “Just forget it!” (I called back and said my husband no longer wanted it.)

These fast-food places are busy and short-staffed. I don’t think it is right to bug them further. Also, I had a stroke and can’t do fast math in my head. We have the money, or I wouldn’t place the order.

I tried discussing the disagreement; he said I just want to be right. This has been a LONG 40-plus years that I’ve had with him.

He was poor when he was

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