Most, if not all of us have been in a similar situation. But, do not forget that the idea behind any hobby [yes for most of us it is just a hobby] is to derive pleasure from it. If you enjoy the time you spend with your trees, your wife should understand. Remember you don't have to own the Naka collection you only need to find material that allows you to express your skills. That is available all around us.
A well-known fishing expert told me a story once to illustrate how to "negotiate" with your spouse so that you could buy a new fly rod-but I use it on trees too. One need only take the loved one to her closet [or sewing room or china collection.........] and hold her hand and say in a truly loving voice, "Honey just look at all those beautiful shoes [rolls of fabric, plates, well you get the idea]. I love the fact that we are able to have them because I know that each one is special and you deserve them all. And, I love the fact that you realize that my trees are the same to me." At that point no wife could say no...........unless she has already hired a divorce lawyer!
