Do you think the more you have the less you appreciate it? So those who have the least appreciate it the most?

Can I have some?

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by Gideon on November 20th, 2009

Why not? What is Gideon?

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by TomFluflu on November 20th, 2009

I like that Tom. You give away that which you no longer "need" so someone else can appreciate it. Very good. Thank you for your answer! :)

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

Nice answer Shemarq. I agree totally!:)+6 ☼

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by Sunshine in a COAT of Sunshine on November 20th, 2009

Thanks. I like your symbol!

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by Shemarq the Wamama on November 20th, 2009

Thank you for your answer Shemarq and Happy Saturday to you. I agree that you always appreciate what you've worked for and earned more than that which is given to you...unless, of course, what you are given is from a loved one. However I disagree on the "whether its a little or a lot". Some very rich people have worked their derrieres off for everything they have and keep working their butts off to get more and more and more and more. I don't understand that unless they set up charitable foundations and work hard to earn more so they can do more for others. Does anyone really need 12 homes or 15 cars or lavish jewels? :) ((hugs))

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

I agree. Some people buy just to have and continue to buy and buy so they can have more. I think it's good to buy what you can use and leave it at that. Thank you for your answer Mark! :) ((hugs))

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

I hear ya m'dear. Thank you for your answer WQ and Happy Saturday. I hope your tight spot ends soon...those are never comfortable. :)

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

Thanks, there, RosieGHM Jetpacker -- it's not been quite this tight in a long while but I'll get through! :) Happy Day to all! [ Or ,at least try your best for today, all! :) ]

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by WelbyQuentin on November 21st, 2009

You have provided us with a perfect answer in my opinion my friend. Perfect example of what I meant. Thank you for your response Gideon and Happy Saturday to you! :) ((hugs))

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

Yes. It's like going into a store with very narrow aisles...merchandise coming at you from every direction. Too much too much too much. Simplicity is good I think. Focusing on what's important and making sure you value that is good. Thank you for your answer Annie and Happy Saturday m'dear! :)

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

You and I are identical in this regard my friend. In terms of "financial success" both Jim and I don't have much to show for our advanced years. We made some bad decisions...were married to some people that didn't do right by us. So at age 74 (Jim) and 72 (me) we rent a two-bedroom home in a retirement community. My son and "second son" bought us a car. Most of our furniture are hand-me-downs from our relatives who were moving and didn't want to lug all that stuff with them.

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

We think we lead a very successful life. We can pay our bills..we can pay for everything we need and some of the things we want. But we have to budget carefully and make the available money we have go as far as it can go. We have the safety net of our sons. We know we are not alone and if it ever became necessary we could ask for help and we would have it instantly and lovingly. But if you were to reduce us to a balance sheet, well, it wouldn't impress anyone. We are very happy though and what is more important than that? :) ((hugs))

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

Thank you for your answer my friend! :)

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 21st, 2009

Your answer to me is So Moving Rosie. You live your life so beautifully and happy that your life Im sure is Much more successful then so many who "roll in their money." Just goes to show that money cant always buy Happiness.
Im so Thankful and Happy that you have those two Wonderful Sons that are there for you. You are Truly Blessed. And They are Blessed to Have you and Jim.
The way you look at life and the way you Love life Rosie is a lesson to all you know and others (like me) you have come across. Your Sprit is Truly Beautiful!:) ((Hugs)) to you Rosie!:) ☼

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by Sunshine in a COAT of Sunshine on November 22nd, 2009

Oh Sunshine you write so beautifully. Thank you for those very loving, kind and thoughtful words my friend. I cherish them as I do you! :) ((hugs))

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 23rd, 2009

I meant every word of it Rosie. When I write something to you it is from my heart. I dont lie about things on here (and that is why it gets to me so much when others do):)
I dont run into you nearly enough..but when I do Im so Thankful afterwards. You just have the ability to brighten up my lonely or sad days.:) Have a Beautiful Monday Rosie! I'll be thinking about you and your Wonderful family!:) {{Hugs}} ☼

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by Sunshine in a COAT of Sunshine on November 23rd, 2009

Thank you love. I know there are days when we don't get to talk to each other in real time. But you are definitely in my heart all the time. You always make me feel so useful...that it matters to you that I'm here and that is a wonderful gift to give someone my friend! Happy Tuesday Sunshine! :) ((hugs))

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by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 24th, 2009