"Some people are so poor...

...all they have is lots of money." It's been 2 days since we arrived back in Wisconsin and this is the quote shared by Ryan from FH I've been thinking about most. It's true that too often being "poor" is defined by the amount of money in a bank account, or the lack of accumulation of "things" like a car, house, or lots of "toys". However living a "rich" life sometimes has little to do with accumulating a lot of money or possessions, especially if the goal is only to please one self.

It's fascinating how much you can learn from children...their attitudes, generosity, honesty and faith and how sometimes when we grow older we can get our priorities and perspective messed up. I learned a lot from the kids and think the richest lives are lived by those who consider every dollar and possession to be a gift - a tool to be used to do good in the lives of others...a life filled with a generous spirit surrounded by a community of strong relationships and one that is focused on others rather than self.

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