tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post6601005253093533263..comments2024-03-15T19:47:04.133-04:00Comments on Being Ron: On Feeling WealthyRonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15977027331657615697noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-38552338547298798362013-03-15T19:11:10.647-04:002013-03-15T19:11:10.647-04:00Hey there Jen!
Aw...thank you, girl :)
". W...Hey there Jen!<br /><br />Aw...thank you, girl :)<br /><br />". We need enough to live but not so much to be dependent on it for our happiness. As you know, money makes life easier but doesn't make you content."<br /><br />A-MEN! You are SPOT ON!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by. Have a flawless weekend!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-91744889067474526492013-03-15T15:57:57.035-04:002013-03-15T15:57:57.035-04:00Ron - I think of you as one of the wealthiest peop...Ron - I think of you as one of the wealthiest people I know from a spiritual and interpersonal standpoint. You can have all the money in the world but if you aren't personally fulfilled, it doesn't really mean a whole lot. It's something that we all need to grapple with in our lives. We need enough to live but not so much to be dependent on it for our happiness. As you know, money makes life easier but doesn't make you content.Jenhttp://www.whenpigsflyblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-69765271448814008442013-03-14T11:02:28.636-04:002013-03-14T11:02:28.636-04:00XOXOXOX
:)XOXOXOX<br /><br />:)Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-67619647404024292862013-03-14T10:52:47.206-04:002013-03-14T10:52:47.206-04:00Awww! xoxoxAwww! xoxoxmeleahrebeccahhttp://mommamiameaculpa.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-38962811690243505132013-03-13T19:46:49.721-04:002013-03-13T19:46:49.721-04:00"I have had episodes in my life when I worrie..."I have had episodes in my life when I worried, fretted and was afraid that there was not enough money to make it. Guess What? I did make it and I am still making it!"<br /><br />*clapping and cheering*<br /><br />BRAVO Dave!<br /><br />Every single word of your comment put a HUGE smile on face as I read them.<br /><br />Thank you. Thank you so much, buddy!<br /><br />And this summed it all up perfectly....<br /><br />" I know that the only real time is now and that all things happen now. Yes ~ I too am wealthy."<br /><br />Amen!<br /><br />Hope you're having the most excellent week! Much thanks for stopping by!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-84836848640697644622013-03-13T16:22:33.929-04:002013-03-13T16:22:33.929-04:00I have had episodes in my life when I worried, fre...I have had episodes in my life when I worried, fretted and was afraid that there was not enough money to make it. Guess What? I did make it and I am still making it! Do I make or have a ton of money? No, not really. But I have the smiles of two grand daughters and I love they way they look at Papa and want to play. I have the love of many people who want to share ideas and conversation. I have the opportunities to make mistakes and learn. I have the ability to laugh and giggle. I know the what a rose smells like and how great the touch of a soft hand on my shoulder feels. I can sense that God and the Universe are there and that with them there is nothing I cannot achieve. I know that the only real time is now and that all things happen now. Yes ~ I too am wealthy.davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-30422189772141407932013-03-13T11:55:09.556-04:002013-03-13T11:55:09.556-04:00Greetings Zunnur~
You nailed it, buddy!
"We...Greetings Zunnur~<br /><br />You nailed it, buddy!<br /><br />"Wealth is not always about money, it is about freedom, joy, passion, and good health. It is about being grateful with what we're blessed with."<br /><br />I agree!<br /><br />"I'm amazed to see how people around me were happy to spend hours after hours at work clocking maximum overtime and yet, after so many years, I've never seen satisfaction in their face nor their words and they never seemed to feel enough."<br /><br />Yes, I know of many people the same - it's never enough. They seem to work for their addiction to spending, so they're always working to catch up to their bills. It's like a cycle.<br /><br />"I've gone through difficulties in life too and it had taught me to always live a simple life."<br /><br />For me, that's the key - living simple. Before spending, I ask myself, "Do I really need this?" And if I don't, I don't buy it. And it's amazing how much I don't need.<br /><br />Always great to read your comments, my friend! Thanks so much for stopping by!<br /><br />Have a SUPER week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-926544395590104882013-03-13T11:33:14.845-04:002013-03-13T11:33:14.845-04:00"Even in the lowest times of struggle and wor..."Even in the lowest times of struggle and worry, I have always been wealthy" - I really love this line of yours! Wealth is not always about money, it is about freedom, joy, passion, and good health. It is about being grateful with what we're blessed with. This is a very nice post, Ron!<br /><br />Throughout my career life, I'm amazed to see how people around me were happy to spend hours after hours at work clocking maximum overtime and yet, after so many years, I've never seen satisfaction in their face nor their words and they never seemed to feel enough. Their conversations are always filled with complaints and I rarely hear any words of gratefulness. <br /><br /> I've gone through difficulties in life too and it had taught me to always live a simple life. Unfortunately, I do not enjoy much freedom as I'm still tied with hectic schedules at work, and working in an environment filled with complaints and slanders.<br /><br />I wish you happiness always. Take care, my friend!Zunnurhttp://a-little-time.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-12427381878030478922013-03-13T09:53:17.696-04:002013-03-13T09:53:17.696-04:00Hey there Bill~
"We own two homes, one 497 s...Hey there Bill~<br /><br />"We own two homes, one 497 square feet in Boston and the other, 900 square feet in Maine. Not much square footage, but huge in heart and love."<br /><br />Yes, whenever I think of you and Paul, I always think WEALTH.<br /><br />Heart and love.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, buddy. Hope you're having a FAB week!<br /><br />X to you and Paul!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-60331247551362228102013-03-12T22:28:00.898-04:002013-03-12T22:28:00.898-04:00Money has always seemed to have slipped through my...Money has always seemed to have slipped through my fingers, the more I make, the quicker it slips. Paul and I have five children between us, three in college, but like you, I feel wealthy. We have exactly what we want. We own two homes, one 497 square feet in Boston and the other, 900 square feet in Maine. Not much square footage, but huge in heart and love. I am so happy for you Ron!<br />xoBill-The Authentic Lifehttp://www.living-authentically.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-7118574062862083782013-03-12T18:39:21.273-04:002013-03-12T18:39:21.273-04:00And you my dear friend, just shared my primary poi...And you my dear friend, just shared my primary point of this post.<br /><br />"I am a BROKE ASS BITCH but I am wealthy in family & friends and that is good enough for this chick."<br /><br />Amen to YOU!!!!!!!<br /><br />And btw, you're not a broken ass bitch at all, because anyone who can sustain the positive, humorous, and overall AWESOME attitude from all that you've gone through...is more together and healthy than most people!<br /><br />((((((( You ))))))<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by girl, and for sharing on this post. You've added MUCH!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-72170843216313619452013-03-12T18:14:10.020-04:002013-03-12T18:14:10.020-04:00Amen, Ron. Amen.
I am a BROKE ASS BITCH but I am...Amen, Ron. Amen. <br /><br />I am a BROKE ASS BITCH but I am wealthy in family & friends and that is good enough for this chick.meleahrebeccahhttp://mommamiameaculpa.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-542762390280716152013-03-12T12:53:30.308-04:002013-03-12T12:53:30.308-04:00Hiya Matt~
" When things are going well, I&#...Hiya Matt~<br /><br />" When things are going well, I'm not as apt to notice those things. It's humbling."<br /><br /><br /><br />OMG...you said it, buddy. In fact, when I went through bankruptcy, I learned that lesson, big time! Now, whenever I go grocery shopping I say THANK YOU because there was a time when I struggled to even have food on the table. Before that, I never noticed those things.<br /><br /><br />Thanks for stopping by and sharing on this post, Matt. You've added much! Enjoy your week!<br /><br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-47070549600475373932013-03-12T12:48:32.809-04:002013-03-12T12:48:32.809-04:00Ron, during the times when I've struggled with...Ron, during the times when I've struggled with finances, were the times I felt the most wealthy because I had nothing BUT to focus on the things in my life to be grateful. When things are going well, I'm not as apt to notice those things. It's humbling.<br /><br />Really nice post!Mattnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-28276525549342129742013-03-12T12:38:16.996-04:002013-03-12T12:38:16.996-04:00Hey there Jay!
" It's a bit like my '...Hey there Jay!<br /><br />" It's a bit like my 'How to be Happy' thing: you can choose to be happy by finding your pleasure and happiness in small things, and you can choose to feel wealthy by doing much the same in a slightly different way."<br /><br />You are so spot on, my friend!!!! And that's right...it is a bit like your 'How To Be Happy' posts.<br /><br />" But I never felt 'poor' as such. I knew we WERE, but didn't feel it!"<br /><br />Thank you for sharing that story because it's in perfect sync with this post topic.<br /><br />"Wealth is a funny thing, anyway. It doesn't make you happy. I believe that's true."<br /><br />Amen.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by, Jay. And thanks for your insight!<br /><br />Have a supa' week.....XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-6216584529704205812013-03-12T12:32:21.863-04:002013-03-12T12:32:21.863-04:00Applause!!
You are absolutely right, Ron. It'...Applause!!<br /><br />You are absolutely right, Ron. It's a bit like my 'How to be Happy' thing: you can choose to be happy by finding your pleasure and happiness in small things, and you can choose to feel wealthy by doing much the same in a slightly different way.<br /><br />When OH and I married we had practically nothing between us. I, coming straight from home, with only a very poorly paid job, and he having been living in a bedsit with an only slightly better job. When the boys were young I often dressed us all in jumble sale (equivalent to yard sale) clothes, which I would alter to fit. But I never felt 'poor' as such. I knew we WERE, but didn't feel it!<br /><br /><br /><br />Wealth is a funny thing, anyway. It doesn't make you happy. I believe that's true.Jay of The Depp Effectnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-80246646281396962702013-03-12T10:07:41.112-04:002013-03-12T10:07:41.112-04:00Hiya Chrissy!
I think we all have money issues in...Hiya Chrissy!<br /><br />I think we all have money issues in one way or another - whether it be having a lot or a little. Or even how we think of money - over spending or fear of spending.<br /><br />Money is a strange thing, isn't it? Because it's all in how we think of it and how we believe it equates our overall feeling of wealth.<br /><br />"But, yes, I have lots of wealth in other aspects of my life."<br /><br /><br /><br />You sure do, girl!<br /><br /><br />(((((( You ))))))<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by. Have a terrific week!<br /><br /><br />X to you and the gang!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-22440540773597479062013-03-12T07:20:32.030-04:002013-03-12T07:20:32.030-04:00Such wise words, Ron. I've had a number of &qu...Such wise words, Ron. I've had a number of "careers" over the years but I've always been a poor money manager. And my parents had huge money issues. Not that they didn't have it, they just didn't want to spend it. So everytime I buy something "frivolous" for myself, the guilt kicks in.<br />But, yes, I have lots of wealth in other aspects of my life. Thanks for reminding me. :-)Chrissynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-15891429255765989312013-03-11T23:42:18.308-04:002013-03-11T23:42:18.308-04:00Hoowdy Herman!
LOVE the quote from Fight Club!!!!...Hoowdy Herman!<br /><br />LOVE the quote from Fight Club!!!!<br /><br />" Sure, I'm not successful every month, but $100 here, $500 there, it adds up. And when there are times when I'm short, it feels like a blessing to have something to fall back on."<br /><br />I think it's AWESOME that you do that because yes, $100 here, $500 there, DOES add up. And QUICKLY. Even $50 adds up!<br /><br />And thank for sharing your experience with purchasing silver because while my mother was still alive, she said the SAME THING to me. I kid you not. So it must be an omen. And yes,I will look into purchasing some, definitely!<br /><br />Thanks a bunch for stopping by, buddy. Have a great rest of your week!<br /><br />X to you, Karin, and Mr. Tyler!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-68474396379706443092013-03-11T23:01:20.110-04:002013-03-11T23:01:20.110-04:00"... You are not how much money you have in t..."... You are not how much money you have in the bank. You are not the shoes you wear. You are not the contents of your wallet." -Fight Club<br /><br />I hear you, and fully agree. It's tough to get ahead nowadays, and saving money becomes more difficult as time rolls by. But I'm in the habit of saving saving money every month. Sure, I'm not successful every month, but $100 here, $500 there, it adds up. And when there are times when I'm short, it feels like a blessing to have something to fall back on.<br /><br />Oh, and I can't suggest investing in silver highly enough. I've been buying a good amount every month for quite a while now, and it does nothing but go up in value (almost! Heh...). Check out places like apmex.com. Buy some silver every month and sock it away. Doing this, you forget it's money, which makes it easier to save! And silver adjusts with inflation, unlike cash! After a year or two of this, you'll be surprised at how much money you have squirreled away for a rainy day!Herman Turnipnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-1920394633489663992013-03-11T21:48:35.713-04:002013-03-11T21:48:35.713-04:00Hey there Mary~
I think my attitude comes from al...Hey there Mary~<br /><br />I think my attitude comes from all the ups and downs I've had in my life when it comes to my various careers, so I've had practice - HA! There have been times when I've made a lot, and then times when it was scarce. So I've had to learn how to adapt quickly and be grateful for what I had and enjoy simple things.<br /><br />" Ron has always made enough to cover our basic expenses and we live within our means, but not having earned much money myself over the years has made me feel a bit fearful."<br /><br />Yes, I know what you mean because it CAN be scary.<br /><br />"While I do feel that I am 'wealthy' with things like family, friends, and many other non-monetary things, and I'm basically a happy person, I would still probably have a very hard time if I ever had to support myself financially. Strange, huh?"<br /><br /><br /><br />No, not strange at all. As I shared, it's not easy when your single because you have to support yourself, solely. But knowing you and your creative talents, I KNOW you could do it :)<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, neighbor! Have a fantabulous week!<br /><br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-5663947480820613392013-03-11T21:40:10.728-04:002013-03-11T21:40:10.728-04:00Hey ho Robert~
Thank you for your kind and suppor...Hey ho Robert~<br /><br />Thank you for your kind and supportive words, buddy. I try to write how I speak.<br /><br />"I was blessed with parents who told me to choose a career that I felt passionate about because if I was going to do something to make a living, it should be something I loved doing. And fortunately what I love doing is something that I'm able to make a good living at."<br /><br />BRAVO! It's so important for us to do things that we LOVE doing because the passion is what keeps us going. I'm one of those people who MUST do something that I love or I can't do it - even if it means working a job that I might not get paid as well as something else. I would rather make less, but be happier.<br /><br />"it's not about feeling secure in money, it's about feeling secure inside. Because things could change for any of us in a heartbeat."<br /><br /><br /><br />You're absolutely right, Robert! Things could change for any of us in a heartbeat.<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by. Have a fantabulous week!<br /><br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-60277498109148627262013-03-11T21:34:08.886-04:002013-03-11T21:34:08.886-04:00Ron, I just love the way you write. You express yo...Ron, I just love the way you write. You express yourself so accurately and clearly. And you speak very natural about whatever you're talking about.<br /><br /><br />I was blessed with parents who told me to choose a career that I felt passionate about because if I was going to do something to make a living, it should be something I loved doing. And fortunately what I love doing is something that I'm able to make a good living at. But I also realize that in today's economy, I could be let go with budget cuts. So you're right, it's not about feeling secure in money, it's about feeling secure inside. Because things could change for any of us in a heartbeat.<br /><br /><br />Great post!Robertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-70111979707523874892013-03-11T21:25:03.851-04:002013-03-11T21:25:03.851-04:00You have an excellent attitude about money and wea...You have an excellent attitude about money and wealth! <br />Since I've never had a career, I do have some issues with money. lol We're doing okay since Ron has always made enough to cover our basic expenses and we live within our means, but not having earned much money myself over the years has made me feel a bit fearful. So much so sometimes that when I haven't sold jewelry and cards for awhile and then get some sales I tend to squirrel the money away. And then it always makes me slightly edgy when I have to spend it. <br />While I do feel that I am 'wealthy' with things like family, friends, and many other non-monetary things, and I'm basically a happy person, I would still probably have a very hard time if I ever had to support myself financially. <br />Strange, huh? lolMarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-35808610625658367682013-03-11T20:45:43.121-04:002013-03-11T20:45:43.121-04:00Hey there V Girl~
"it's tough out here, ...Hey there V Girl~<br /><br />"it's tough out here, married or single and i had to do some serious downsizing because nothing (stuff/home/neighborhood/status) is more important to me than the peace of being debt free."<br /><br />You said it, girl. I'm the same way, nothing is more important to me than paying my bills FIRST. I too have had to downsize at times, but I would rather do that than have my debt accumulate to the point of not being able to make my monthly dues.<br /><br />" i always feel money can be made again and that is not what makes me rich. like you, i am rich in many other ways."<br /><br /><br /><br />LOVE it! And girl, did you say a mouth full in that!<br /><br /><br />Thanks for stopping, Val. Hope you had a great Monday!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.com