I am Greedy for Money and I am Proud of It
Occasionally, I receive feedback that I am very materialistic and money minded. My social circle is small; I have very few hobbies and I do not watch movie or streaming services. All I can think about is my business.
I do not mind being called a money minded person. I remembered how people gave me the cold shoulder when I was struggling. I remember a security guard asked me to park my car by the roadside because the car park is full. As I was walking into the building, a black BMW drove up, and driver was attending the same event as I am. He was given a car park. The difference between the BMW driver and myself is that I drive a 25 years-old beat-up Toyota Camry.
Recently, my wife's body checkup and dental treatment cost a few thousand dollars. Fortunately, I am able to pay for it. It burned a hole in my account but that's the purpose of having money. My family does not indulge in luxury goods. Many times, it is life's uncertainty that brings us down to our knees. Children education fees, unexpected medical issues, house and car repairs etc. When bad things happen, the person who can save ourselves are ourselves.
When I have money, I will go to bed knowing that I have secured the family. I know I can handle unexpected expenses. To me, having money is not about buying things but buying freedom. Freedom to say, "fuck you". Freedom to choose my own circle. Freedom to tell the family that, "I got this covered".
Many cannot buy a lot of things, but more importantly can buy "peace" in the house.