Things or Experiences

     Throughout life we accumulate things, which are important to us especially at the time we purchase them.  This is normal; everybody likes new things like a car, smart phone, jewelry, toys, etc.   Buying something new is exciting, most notably the big purchases.  The things we own give us pleasure but many times it is a short-lived pleasure unless it is connected to memorable experiences.

     We need things to make our life fun and interesting but when you reminisce about the past what you value most are the experiences versus the things.  I have to admit having cool things may evoke the memories but after these things are long gone you will still have the memories.

     We all have abundant experiences (good & bad) throughout life so the memories may not always be happy.  Good experiences easily flow to the top of my mind while some of the bad experiences soften or change over time making them less prominent.  I've even had some bad experiences that have become interesting humorous stories after many years.  Sometimes what makes a bad experience is simply how you react to it.

     I believe most of my experiences happen without the aid of things that I own.  Experiences can come from adventures, interactions with people or animals, trying a new activity, enjoying nature, watching an old movie with a friend, the list is endless.

     After many years of owning things I've come to the realization the experiences are more important and something I will treasure forever.  New things will replace old things but experiences will always exist developing our personality. Everyone is not wealthy enough to have expensive things but we can all be rich with experience.  “Just Saying….”