A poster on the popular Chinese micro-blogging site Sina Weibo posted a description of the ideal wife, which has garnered much debate. A "Budget Wife" has the following characteristics, among others not listed:
- Cannot be flirtatious or sexually adventurous
- Is a little horny
- Knows how to cook and wash clothes
- Speaks appropriately
- Is mild and warm in personality
- Is educated and reasonable
- Does not worship money
The idea of a "Budget Wife" emanated from the publication of the book "Me and My Budget Husband" a few years ago. A Budget Husband is one who appeals to the Chinese female white-collar worker and is:
- Normal
- Not ugly, but not too handsome
- Neither poor, nor rich
- Employed in a field with low risk of layoff and unemployment
- Free of bad habits such as smoking, drinking and gambling
In short, a Budget Husband is one who is reliable and dependable. Connecting with one increases the chances of a stable relationship. This concept was borne out of the 2008 global financial crisis, when many high flying financially successful males lost their shirt. A Budget Husband trails the performance of a Diamond Husband who is intelligent, educated, rich etc., but who also frequents bars and is unfaithful.
So there you have it. Chinese descriptions of Budget Husband and Budget Wife are enough to set one who is seeking a long term relationship with maximum chance of success. Get busy lookin' like one if you don't, and seek out those who look like the new you.
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