My wife and I are celebrating our 50th year, still cherishing our humble beginnings in the resale 3-room HDB flat we bought in 1997, shortly after tying the knot. With three grown children, aged 17, 20, and 22, still under our roof, our home has been witness to countless family milestones. Although we once dreamed of relocating to the U.S. for my work in the early 2000s, life had other plans, and we chose to remain rooted here. I’ve dedicated myself to my professional role, striving to provide for my family as the sole breadwinner, while my wife has poured her heart into homemaking, ensuring our children grow into respectful and well-adjusted individuals. She’s as radiant and caring as she was 30 years ago, a constant source of strength and love in our lives. Despite our stability, I’ve always been cautious about job security, which led us to be frugal, especially when it comes to significant expenses like buying a house....