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I am A Working Machine

I feel like I have become a working machine these days! After passing my 20's, I thought that I can settle down and start a family. I got married but with no kids. At the same time, I am working my butt off for more financial stability. Sometimes, I just want to slow down and do what I enjoy doing. I like to help other people and spend less time in the office. However, these days and with the current economy, it feels imperative that I should earn as much as possible, especially before I have kids.

Sometimes, I wonder why I work so hard, life is too short to work all the time! Before I know it, I will be in my 60's and then it is time to retire. When I think of this, I feel that I should just let go of things and enjoy life more. I am, of course, not doing anything about this now and my life continues to be very busy. For one thing though, I did set a goal today that I will try to enjoy life more and savor the every moment of life.

Anyways, I just had this thought and wanted to write it down:)
Joanna
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Comment by Joanna on August 16, 2009 at 9:40pm: Thanks for your tips. I think I am doing exactly what you are saying, spending so much time thinking about how to decorate my home and trying to buy nicer things. You are so right that people have to focus on what is utlimately the more important things including spending quality time with our family. Thank you for the reminder... I need this reminder badly..
If you don't mind, would you want me to post your comment on our inpirational note on our homepage? I think all the wives here will find this useful.
Joanna

Comment by Gutsy Writer on August 15, 2009 at 8:04pm: Hi Joanna,

I'm 51 with 3 sons: 21, 19 and 15. My husband is a lawyer. Let me give you my perspective. Are you working this hard because you have to pay everyday bills, or because you want nice stuff? When we get older, we realize that stuff is not important. What's more important is having fun. Spending time with your husband. Seeing the world. Having a family. I used to want a beautiful house in my 30's, and now that I'm older, I wish I hadn't cared as much about spending on my house and cars, but perhaps thought about saving money for our future. Saving more for our kids education. Travelling instead of a new couch. Hope you visit me at http://gutsywriter.blogspot.com

Comment by Joanna on August 15, 2009 at 12:04am: Yeah, I just had another week of crazy work schedule! I am luck to have you all and this place for me to share and blog:)!
Just want to say "THANK YOU ALL"!
Joanna

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