Q. Pothole apologies: My partner and I recently got into a dispute. He thinks I should apologize every time I hit a pothole while driving his car. I don’t see the need, at least not every time.
It’s the first car he’s bought on his own, and it is still relatively new. The city where we live has potholes everywhere and of all sizes. It would be relatively difficult to make a trip without hitting one. He understands that the roads are terrible and that it’s impossible to avoid them forever, but he says it’s about respect and would like me to say sorry anyway.
It’s not like I’m aiming for these things, and I generally do apologize for the unavoidable larger ones. When I suggested that I only drive when we take my car he claims I’m just being difficult to avoid giving in. Should I apologize for hitting any and all potholes?