One day my hubby came into the room and asked me if I was aware of how many quilt books I had? My reply was "and your point?". His was"oh I was just wondering!". He knows about the fabric, because he is planning on redoing the shelves in my closet to better use the space. This was his idea. The other thing is when I went on SS, he told me that that was my money to spend how I want, but I had to buy my clothes out of it. I have gone on two quilt retreats a year, and bought a new sewing machine. And I have a nice savings account as well. It is nice to not have to ask permission or worry about the household budget. Every once in awhile he will look at my balance. This is why I have my own savings account. His suggestion. Granted the interest is just pennies, but I am saving it, not spending it all.