We’re 16 years married educated, well traveled, with four kids. Wife stays home. I’m white collar professional - architect.
I always told her I’d find a way to make a million dollars. We live below our means in a very affordable Midwest state.
Yes - this will be a nice surprise in a few weeks / months as long as I’m able to exit with no trouble. To your question -
Perhaps - for 15 year anniversary I got her a custom sapphire ring. Was expensive for me at the time $4.5K. Hard to hide money when you are sole provider.
Any profits made here will secure our retirement and the rest will be saved for my kids. Might have some fun - a vacation here and there. We’ll see. Live below your means and you will be happy. That’s what I’ve found. But that is what all poor people say right! - HA!