I can't be the only person whose spouse has a different idea of flying. I like to check bags and not worry about whether it will fit (although I did just buy a new bag that's ultra small). My spouse insists on carrying on his suitcase even on a CRJ. I can see that bag getting gate checked. Why can't we agree and just pick up both our bags at baggage claim at the end of our trip?

What makes even less sense is that our next trip is with a group. We have to meet a company rep and be shown to a bus. I imagine they'll have to wait for quite a few people, so the delay in getting our bags at baggage claim is not a big deal.