I am always amazed at how jealous people are of other people's income or belongings. What do I say? Get over it.
See, for me, it doesn't matter what other people have. It only matters what I have, and my needs are pretty simple. I'm not low-income. However, I'm not even up to middle class yet. I am making enough money to make ends meet, get my bills paid, and have some left over if I want to see a movie or go out to eat. What more can anyone want?
Well, I guess a lot. While others may yearn for a $100.000 new car, I'm satisfied with my 2000 Ford Explorer.
While others may yearn for a mansion, I'm delighted with my little cottage.
While others may desperately desire a new wardrobe for every season, I'm satisfied with the mix-and-match clothes I have, adding to my wardrobe with a few items from clearance racks every so often.
I've heard people say how good it feels to spend money on nice things, like a dip station. Not for me. I spend money on things that are necessary and never even think about jewelry, furs, fast cars, or a house that is the envy of everyone in the county.
I've even heard people at work make jealous talk over someone else's good fortune as far as pay goes. What tripe! Deal with what you're making now, make it stretch, do a good job, then enjoy the raises that do come along later. Not everyone starts at the top!
