Is a PM forum participant Happy?
Baley
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Well?
Interpret the question as you will, it's meant to be general
Interpret the question as you will, it's meant to be general
Liberty: Parent of Science & Industry
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I vote mostly , if half the idiots in my own family would relocate far away from me I'd vote delirious
Life is good
Tom
Every day is a blessing.
I have a great family, friends and enough of everything I desire.
Financially speaking I'm fine, perhaps better than most middle-class Americans.
My health could be better, that's for certain, but I think it's life in general that leaves me feeling Meh.
There is no nice way to say this. I find myself frequently annoyed by the general stupidity and selfishness of people in everyday life.
I find that there are few who have any common sense and fewer still who give a hoot about anyone other than themselves.
I am at that stage in life were my kids no longer "need" me at all times. However I don't have something else to fill that void of time, at least not yet anyway.
Work is not particularly rewarding anymore, I think I'm getting old before my time. I feel old. I feel tired.
I long for the days when friends were friends and you knew your neighbors. A time when people were still considerate of each other, and I'm just talking about basic consideration here.
I ask myself sometimes, What happened to life?, What happened to this country? Where is this world headed? All while thanking god that I at least was able to catch the tail end of "the good old days". Something I suspect my kids will not even be able to comprehend, as its so alien to what's going on in the world today.
I am not a doomsayer, I don't think the sky is falling, it's more of a case of disappointment that we let things get this bad.
I try to live responsibly, raise my kids right, work hard and extend kindness to others, I am a dinosaur - Extinction is on the horizon.
JC
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Aging does have it's problems......ugh.
Plus daughter and two grandkids moved in after their home burned down.....
Was not planning on 5 in a two bedroom, 1150 sq ft home....a bit cramped and it affects the BP.
bob
MJ
Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
The government is incapable of ever managing the economy. That is why communism collapsed. It is now socialism’s turn - Martin Armstrong
<< <i>Whenever I get too happy I open a Glicker thread. Boom, out go the lights
MJ >>
<< <i>“For most of life, nothing wonderful happens. If you don’t enjoy getting up and working and finishing your work and sitting down to a meal with family or friends, then the chances are that you’re not going to be very happy. If someone bases his happiness or unhappiness on major events like a great new job, huge amounts of money, a flawlessly happy marriage or a trip to Paris, that person isn't going to be happy much of the time. If, on the other hand, happiness depends on a good breakfast, flowers in the yard, a drink or a nap, then we are more likely to live with quite a bit of happiness.” >>
Here's a warning parable for coin collectors...
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Not because I'm doing well. Or no because of health problems. Or because of PMs or of bills. Not because of having this or not having that.
I'm content. I see myself separate from things, situations, thoughts. I'm aware enough to self correct as desired, and to notice my limited view.
Everything around me is a reflection of me, so I should at least be content with it.
I never liked Sinatra, but he did have some points:
"That's life, that's what people say
You're riding high in April,
Shot down in May
But I know I'm gonna change that tune,
When I'm back on top, back on top in June
I said, that's life, and as funny as it may seem
Some people get their kicks,
Stompin' on a dream
But I don't let it, let it get me down,
'Cause this fine old world it keeps spinnin' around
I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate,
A poet, a pawn and a king
I've been up and down and over and out
And I know one thing:
Each time I find myself flat on my face,
I pick myself up and get back in the race "
I knew it would happen.
Then when I think about changing something, I realize I like it the way it is..
On the back of my Jeep, the spare tire cover says "Life is Good"
so, I'll stick with that :-)
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Personally I think that anyone that goes on and on about everything being perfect with all sunshines and rainbows is either lying or dillusional
I would guess most here are all relatively fortunate on this board, if we have a little money to buy coins, invest or stack shiny objects, then that's a better personal economy than many have and we should be thankful. I've gotten my job to a point I don't make as much money as I used to, but my stress and work load are down. We are not rich, but it's great to have what what you need financially, anything beyond that is probably not the cause of happiness. It is the other things family...not the crazy ones (well maybe even them on a very limited basis) friends, leisure, fishing for me, used to enjoy golf more, but it's a love hate relationship and now mostly hate, hello Tiger, watching my college team and of course food. I must admit, my wife is a great cook and she loves to feed me, the family( our daughter is grown with to great kids) and my friends. I have found a good home cooked meal is probably the elixir for most things in life, I think she has ruined me. I'd be nutz to say I wasn't happy or fortunate, even though I know we all get a little nutty at times ;~
Re: American Gold Eagle
How did you impact a stranger's life today ? (funny you should ask)
A man called on the phone and said he wanted to buy some gold, just in case.
I asked: "What is your long term plan ? "
He said, "Well I'm 70 years old".
I said, "Well you better hurry".
I'll just stick with mostly.
Knowledge is the enemy of fear
I think it's easy to look back at the past through rose-colored glasses~truth is, there were both good and bad, generous and selfish people back then, too. I think technology has definitely enabled individuals to become more removed from personal interaction, if not personal contact, but there are many great people and friends out there today, too. 40 years ago, older people said the same thing about younger people as those now older people say about the younger people of today.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>I answered mostly. My wife and family is amazing and 2014 was financially our best year ever, but we'll probably top that this year the way things have started. Even at 41 I have my grumpy "get off my lawn" moments but all in all life is good and we are blessed. >>
Are you self employed or working for "the man"?
Knowledge is the enemy of fear
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<< <i>I answered mostly. My wife and family is amazing and 2014 was financially our best year ever, but we'll probably top that this year the way things have started. Even at 41 I have my grumpy "get off my lawn" moments but all in all life is good and we are blessed. >>
Are you self employed or working for "the man"? >>
We both work for "the man".
The government is incapable of ever managing the economy. That is why communism collapsed. It is now socialism’s turn - Martin Armstrong
Yeah, I've written and not posted a number of sentences, also saying Mostly in more or less detail...
At any rate, a good thread to TTT as there are many thoughts that most of us agree with already said.
Five years later, I hope we can answer mostly or very happy, or are taking purposeful action to improve our circumstances.
I'm at or closing in on some crossroads, with job and possibly residence changes in the near future, of course thankfully enjoying life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. "Happy 2020!"
Liberty: Parent of Science & Industry
yes im reasonably terrible
Five years later, still happily retired.... Well, mostly... doing firearms instructing now, but that is more hobby than work... Cheers, RickO
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The rent is too high, the power bill is too high, the water bill is too high, the car payment is too high, the price of living is too high, the medical bills are too high, and the cable company are crooks, besides that, I'm doing great!!
I couldn’t be happier. My daughters are both healthy and starting their own lives. I’m married to the best woman on this planet. I enjoy going to work everyday. No financial stressors. What more can I ask for?
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They used to call me
two minus three,
because I was
the negative one.
Now they call me
three minus two
as every day
I start anew.
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Other than some miserable sports teams, life in Wingsville is great. Family doing well and granddaughter just loves grandpa!
I’m happy if I wake up in the morning and still know who I am.