Life is in high cotton for them right now.
high cotton
idiomThe best of times; a time of well being.
Origin
disputed originThe term "high cotton" or "tall cotton" originates from the rural farming community in the antebellum (pre-Civil War) South when "high cotton" meant that the crops were good and the prices were, too. The term has generalized to mean one is doing well or is successful.
After the promotion and the new house, the family is really living in high cotton.
Having finally achieved the professional success he long sought, he found himself in high cotton, enjoying the fruits of his labor.
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come hell or high water
Regardless of the hardships; no matter what difficulties may arise.
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cotton to
To like; approve of, accept, or tolerate.
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friends in high places
Friends who have authority or influence and who can ensure that one's interests will be protected or furthered.
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get high
To intoxicate oneself with drugs or other substances.
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get off one's high horse
To stop acting in an imperious, overbearing or bossy manner.
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hell or high water
Highly adverse circumstances; acts of God.
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high and dry
Abandoned, stranded, helpless.
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high and low
Everywhere; all over the place.