I would say the value of homes have increased around all this circle of amazing friends!! Have these 3 + Mom photos of them all together? That's worth a tribute!! Or, invite to fun in Ireland/Europe! ;)
Sounds like you're on the path to fun!
I'm guessing indian, asian or Arabic, which have certain preconceptions, but from experience with all 3, once wife gets the idea to pursue fun (on her terms), they love it, once it's, again, their idea.