haha yeah I had both those experiences many times on the paper route. Fun times.
I agree with you. I just want comfortable. If I can make enough money to not have to worry about bills and take care of my kids, that's all I need. I don't want the temptations that too much money brings.
Also, the Seneca quote comes to mind that a life without adversity makes a man weak and dull. The challenge of making my life is good. If I had it all just handed to me like the upper class, I don't know if I'd like that as much. That said, I would really like to not have to stress about paying the bills.
Comfortable, but not as separated from everyone else, closer to my roots.
That's a good way to put it.
I don't think many people even subscribe to newspapers anymore. Oh, how the times have changed.
I'm in alignment with that Seneca quote! I would probably still live simply even if I had a lot of wealth. I'd probably use it for experiences and to provide for others (anonymously) more than I would for things. I believe the material things, like the huge house, the cars, etc. and the (envy/jealousy that they cause) are what sparks that separation that we're talking about.