I was very into motorbikes, road bikes & MTBs when we met. Though she despairs at the costs of bike related stuff (so do I these days) she doesnt mind as she knows it keeps me happy. I’ve since sold my road bikes, motor bikes (except my mini majesty which is being restored). I’ve never smoked, and never drank to excess (though I do have an expensive taste in single malt) and I’ve even kept the same car for over a year, which is a miracle for me.
The kids get fed, she gets whatever she wants whenever she wants, we have a nice house with nice garden. She knows I work hard for things and try to sell bike stuff on to help pay for new stuff, so other than the odd grumble she doesn’t mind. She knows how much things cost because I’m usually so pleased with the latest “bargain” that I tell her.