Q: iPad messages do not send to iphone

Hi scottandjulie,

Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities!

I understand that you have been unable to send messages to your wife’s iPhone from your iPad. What happens when you try? 

To begin troubleshooting, I suggest reading over and working through the suggested steps in the following article. 

If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Best!