Playing w/100 G

[TexasJ]

I have 100 grand sitting in a money market. I am about to turn 50 and I want this money to start making money on its own. I want this moeny to be sent to work to make money for the family if you know what I mean. My wife doesnt want anything to do with stocks due to the instability. Does anyone have any ideas what to do with it? WHat mutual funds are out there that are good and any reasons or anything please help. I want to retire rich. Thank you all in advance
J