Wealth

Last night I officially became a blogger. As you know, I was shamed into it by my older son. But as he read my blog, rather than saying, "way to go, Dad," he exclaimed "Dad, blogs are supposed to be SHORT!" And that was the first evaluation that I heard regarding the new world of blogging that I had just entered. So tonite, I make it shorter. I will discuss my personal wealth.

I am wealthy. I will not hide it. I cannot. I am wealthy. Very wealthy. How much wealth do I have. Lots!

Today, I "counted" my wealth - while sitting around the dinner table. We were celebrating the birthday of my son in law. My family was there. I looked at them. I thought, "I am so fortunate. I have what many people do not have. The 'wealth' of rich family relationships. I am very fortunate...very 'wealthy.'"

I have the wealth of relationships - with a wife that has loved me for three and one half decades now. And she continues to love me. I have a married daughter that truly loves me. A son in law that is as close as if he were my son. A married son that is so supportive. A daughter in law that is as close as if she were my biological daughter. A younger son that unabashedly hugs his dad. A younger daughter who wants me with her when she stands in front of the mirror and sings as if she is competing on American Idol. Three grandsons, who give me slobbery kisses. And on and on the family goes.

I have heard that some of the world's FINANCIALLY wealthiest persons are devoid of meaningful family relationships. They can have their billions. I will keep my wealth. For you see, I am a truly "wealthy" man.