David, If you think you've got a firecracker,... consider yourself lucky. I get that on a weekly basis lol,... Most Chinese women are perfectionist and think we Americans are slow and lazy. But mine keeps me on my toes which is good for me really. Like you, I try to be practical but that won't cut it,.. its her way or KaPow!! hehehe. Advise from a fellow brother,.. just grin and bare it,.. it will pass. She'll be sweet as honey when its all said and done.