Here's another thought to deal with a spouse's possible objection to the cost of trains, and in doing so, possibly improving one's marriage.
The purchase of a train can be used for motivation to make more money and be more financially successful at one's practice, business or job.
This needs to be communicated to one's spouse. For example, consider telling your wife you are using such a planned purchase as incentive to work harder, be more financially successful, etc. Tell her you won't buy the particular item until you have achieved whatever financial goal you have set for yourself. You can also tell her that you will hold off your purchase until you first buy her something she wants.
The above does not always, but sometimes does, work. Also, it can be very difficult to achieve a particular financial goal.
This motivation or incentive is also tied in to the following, which is not easy for me to articulate. It has to do with the metaphor of a steam engine or diesel locomotive. They are very powerful, causing the earth to shake thundering their way by. You are that powerful locomotive in the work you do to earn a living: a force to reckon with, indestructible, you overpower your competition, you are a winner, etc. These models are powerful symbols for us to inspire us to achieve our goals. LOL, Arnold
