When did you realize you had "Made it"?

[Travis Beehler]

So, I'm in the middle of a deal that will be my "catalyst" deal.   One that, if it goes through, will propel my earnings way higher than I originally estimated.  On top of that, it will accelerate my timing for purchasing even more property, to get to the point where this will easily fund my retirement.

So, I ask all of you, when did you have that moment when you realized it was going to work out for you?  Was it a major deal that went through?  You got a massive check that was bigger than you've ever seen?  You were able to buy some dream item that you would have never been able to afford before?