This is my typical approach as well.I'm like Chad. I just do what I want (within reason) and deal with the ramifications later. I love my wife dearly. There are situations I will not win no matter what happens. I have learned to accept this. To answer your question: You are not alone Ryan.
Excellent stuff, Jim!Pace your self's boys... They will do it for the rest of your married lives.
Gotta pick which hills are worth dying on.