I have to say life has been kind to me. The wife is an incredibly understanding person.
Just a few days ago, I commented about a new power plant instead of buying another car. It went like this:
Me - Hey, I was thinking when the motor goes, I'm going to slap in a Cosworth.
Wife - What's that?
Me - That's the name of the manufacturer. *showed wife long block & price*
Wife - Wow, that's expensive.
Me - I know, but it's quality components & workmanship. The way I see it it's like having a new car, but a lot cheaper than buying new. Besides, I don't want to gamble on a used car and deal with the hassle of parking, insuring, registration, smog, and all that.
wife - Yeah, that makes sense.