Thursday, February 23, 2006
Nice Guys Sometimes Finish First
I watched the news this morning because I was curious to see who had won the 365 million dollar jackpot. I was so happy to see that it was eight co-workers from a meat packing plant somewhere in Nebraska. It was wonderful to see the faces of guys and girls who have worked hard ,and would probably have worked hard until retirement, find themselves set for life. One of the winners said "I always thought I would buy a plane if I won, but I really don't care that much for flying. I said I would buy an island, but i don't care too much for water." Another guy said, "We couldn't all just quit, management has been too good to us." I am always amazed at the kindness and sensibility of people. I am ashamed that at times what I do have is never good enough. 365 million would be nice, but really, would the me that is me be any different? I am not opposed to experimenting, but I don't think my soul would be any better off.
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Saying what I would do if I won a large sum of money (such as the lotto or the HGTV Dream Home Giveaway in which I could sell the house and keep the dough) is one of my favorite games.
But then I wonder if all that money would make me into a greedy person. I have everything I need in my life right now, but I would like to be financially free as well as have the ability to really help those who need it. I hope I would be a good person and not a greedy one like the men who won.
Who am I kidding, I would have a closet just for shoes and a Mac makeup counter in my home. I would share, of course.
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