Decision made

I have made the decision on what to buy when bonus is paid, as follow:

1) Less than 12 months: buy a diamond ring for my wife, who has sacrificed a lot for our family before and after our son was born last year; she deserves to have something from me as a token of appreciation. Nothing for myself.

2) 12 months to 15 months: 1) plus some "gadgets" for myself, e.g. new shaver, a bottle of nice red wine, etc.

3) 15 to 18 months: 1) plus a pair of nice shoes (Edward Green or JM Weston).

4) over 18 months: 1) plus seriously consider a Patek Philippe watch for myself!

Based on recent development, I think 1) or 2) is more likely. I would be lucky if I have 3). 4) is just impossible.