Something to Think About

For money you can have everything it is said.

No, that is not true.
You can buy food, but not appetite;
medicine, but not health;
soft beds, but not sleep;
knowledge but not intelligence;
glitter, but not comfort;
fun, but not pleasure;
acquaintances, but not friendship;
servants, but not faithfulness;
grey hair, but not honor;
quiet days, but not peace.
The shell of all things you can get for money.
But not the kernel.
That cannot be had for money.
Arne Garborg, writer (1851-1924)

I say: Arne Garborg is completely right, BUT in order to even think about the kernel, you need to have a sound and safe shell. A healthy layer of money takes some of the worries away from you and that in itself has tremendous value…