Comments on: It’s Not About the Money

By: 28 Astute Takes of Insight on Living a Prolific Life | Marc and Angel Hack Life

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:55:29 +0000

[...] Money is worthless in a state of loneliness. – “Money makes the world go round but people are what make the world worth living in. It’s easy to get caught up in the daily rush of making a living and forget that each day we spend rushing around is a blessing. The opportunity to spend time with the ones we care about is something that I overlook all too often.” – via Frugal Dad [...]

By: marci

marci — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:23:13 +0000

@ Ben – About keeping the ‘wakeup moments” fresh in your mind….. I post a photo and a quote on the bathroom mirror – reminds me first thing every morning and last thing every night
And at my desk at work, and on the car dash…
and on the refrigerator door….

Hard to Not rememember, when it’s in front of me all day long And yes, it usually brings a smile to me and a heart-happy moment.

By: Amy

Amy — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:54:03 +0000

I always need this reminder to slow down and savor these moments. I am trying really hard to do that and focus less on the money(or lack thereof) and focus more on the beauty of being together. I am so thankful for my family and would be nothing without their love and support.

I continue to pray for yours!

By: scatterhaiku

scatterhaiku — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:16:10 +0000

it’s a lovely post. every once in a while, it’s good to read something like this, as a bit of a gentle reminder to pull back, step away from the rush, and remember the things and people that make life meaningful. and do something with that realization.

By: Andy @ bloginyourface.com

Andy @ bloginyourface.com — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:07:10 +0000

Ben, thanks for the great guest post. There is no price on relationships, that’s for sure. When I sweat the details about my upcoming wedding, I try to remind myself that it isn’t about decorations, favors, honeymoons, blah blah blah…It’s about the vows. Everything else must take a back seat.

By: Ben

Ben — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:23:54 +0000

Glad you guys feel the same way I do about this topic, nice analogy Jim!

My problem is keeping the potency and impact of these “wakeup” moments fresh in my mind. I get so busy sometimes, it’s easy to forget.

By: Sara at On Simplicity

Sara at On Simplicity — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:19:04 +0000

What a perfect and simple message. Money’s value is that it buys freedom, dreams, and time to spend with loved ones. If you’re not using it for those, it may be time to reevaluate.

By: Marci

Marci — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:13:21 +0000

Luved the guest post! I’ve had 2 wake up calls – my father passed at only 51 and only got to see his first grandchild, barely. My kids’ dad passed at 58 when the kids were 17.5, 19, and 23 – a tough time for them to loose their dad. And he only got to see 1 of his now 8 grandkids. Sad.

I try to focus my time on the 8 grandkids – it’s what is top of my list these days. Therefore I cut back to a 32 hour work week, 4 days – and feel that the time with my grandkids and family is MUCH more important than the extra $$ I could have made. I also try very hard to keep in touch with dear friends.

Time is short and precious. More so every day after 50 – trust me on this one!
Thanks!

By: Evelyn Lim | Attraction Mind Map

Evelyn Lim | Attraction Mind Map — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:22:58 +0000

Great post! It’s true. Building great relationships with family and friends are worth more in gold than the relentless pursuit of money alone. Money can never buy happiness. Don’t take too long to find out about this as time passes by quickly.

Thanks for sharing,
Evelyn

By: Jeff@MySuperChargedLife

Jeff@MySuperChargedLife — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:50:45 +0000

I couldn’t agree more that life is short and that you need to savor every moment. It is so incredibly easy to get caught up in things that are urgent, but not really significant.

Thanks for the reminder to give my daughters a hug today and to relish the moment!