No, it's not normal. Teasing in this context can be inappropriate and make you feel uncomfortable. Normal neighborly interactions are friendly but respectful.
You should firmly but politely tell her that her behavior makes you uncomfortable. For example, you can say 'I appreciate your friendliness, but your teasing is making me a bit uneasy, please stop.'
We can practice empathy. Try to put ourselves in their shoes. Think about how we would feel if someone were to spread unflattering stories about us. This can help us refrain from creating or spreading teasing stories about them.
It's completely normal. Romance novels can be a form of relaxation for her. They allow her to explore different emotions and relationships in a fictional setting. It's like her own little world of fantasy and love. If she enjoys it, there's no harm in it.
In another instance, a wife might tease her husband by wearing his favorite dress of hers and then dancing around the living room, making him laugh and feel attracted to her all over again. This kind of teasing can keep the spark alive in a relationship.
One story could be that at an auto dealership, the wife might tease her husband by pretending to be more interested in the flashy sports cars than the practical family cars they actually need. She could be joking around, saying things like 'Why don't we get this red convertible instead?' just to see his reaction.
In general, it can be a bit of a grey area. If the teasing is something that both the husband and wife have pre - agreed upon as part of their relationship dynamic and it doesn't violate any social norms or make others uncomfortable in the bar, then it could be seen as appropriate. However, bars are public places and excessive or inappropriate teasing can lead to awkward situations.
No. Sometimes a wife's teasing might be misinterpreted. For example, if she teases a stranger about his accent in a way that he might think is making fun of his origin, it can lead to an uncomfortable situation.
There was a husband who changed the ringtone on his wife's phone to a really funny song. Every time her phone rang, she would be a bit startled at first and then start laughing. He would then tease her about how she always got so easily tricked by the new ringtone. He also made a joke that this was his way to keep her on her toes all day.
This is a concerning situation. First, you should have a serious conversation with your wife about how such behavior might be inappropriate or misinterpreted. Explain to her that it could make others uncomfortable or even be seen in a negative light.