We might believe we know our spouse well, only to have our entire reality shattered by a single revelation. This was the case for Jim, who discovered a secret bank account belonging to his wife. Following a confrontation, a heated argument ensued, and matters escalated. Seeking guidance, Jim shared his story with us. This is Jim’s letter.My wife has never worked; she was a stay-at-home mom, raising our four kids. Her parents didn’t leave her any money either. A few days ago,
I found out she had $57,000 in the bank. It turned out she had secretly started and had been running a successful business from home. But it wasn’t the kind of business you’d expect. She had been quietly crafting artisanal pet toys and accessories in our garage during her free time. What had started as a hobby to keep herself busy soon turned into a thriving online business through word-of-mouth recommendations and social media.I felt betrayed when she kept it a secret from me. However, when I confronted her, she explained, “I’m sorry, but I couldn’t trust you with my money because I know you’d end up helping your sister’s family,
