Seeing as today is the last day of 2010, I thought I would end the year with a light-hearted story to make you feel better about yourself, and I have come across the perfect story.
A Canadian couple, Allan and Violet Large, who won $10.9m (£6.7m) in the National Lottery in July of this year, have given away nearly 98% of their winnings to the people in their lives who do not get much recognition for what they do. Some of these places included Fire Departments and even the hospital at which Violet received cancer treatment. But the most inspirational thing about this story is that the Large couple were not rich themselves, but instead stated they were 'happy with what we got' and adding 'you can't buy happiness'.
This is a very poignant statement, as it is thrown around a lot, as many people have different beliefs about it. My belief is that you cannot buy happiness. You may have the best sports car, and a 52" 3DTV and a 20 storey mansion under your wing, but you could still be miserable. The things in life that mean something are non-material, and it is only these things that can make us truly happy.
Sure, having all the newest rad things would be cool, and you would be very lucky to have them, but take away these things and you are just like any other person, with the need to be loved and wanted, and the need for happiness.
Considering that the vast majority of people believe they don't have enough money, if you feel you have enough, you can consider yourself one of the richest people in the world, no matter how much is in your bank account. Think about this, and ask yourself how much is enough?
Also, Happy New Year to all you guys, hope 2011 is an inspiring year and that you enjoy yourself.
xoxo ryan xoxo
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