Comments on: Don’t Let Money Run Your Life

By: Ann

Ann — Sat, 24 Aug 2013 01:20:49 +0000

Great post! I definitely agree with you on the kids thing! Yes, children at expensive, but isn’t just about everything in life expensive? Why limit your happiness because of money? That’s the way that I look at it.

By: Crystal @ Prairie Ecothrifter

Crystal @ Prairie Ecothrifter — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:05:07 +0000

I’ve always agreed with this mentality. If you can pay your bills and are saving for your future, then I think that you can use what’s left to enjoy life the way you want to. We have pets because we love dogs. We don’t have kids because we don’t want them right now. And we take random trips and eat out because that is what we see as fun. Money is to give flexibility and security…it shouldn’t be the only factor of every decision ever…

By: femmefrugality

femmefrugality — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:08:27 +0000

I so agree! I do have to admit that we got rid of our turtle because of money, but it was legit because of money. We couldn’t afford to take care of her anymore and I wanted her to have a good home and a happy life. But I’m with you 100% on all of these!

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By: Deena Dollars

Deena Dollars — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:46:01 +0000

You are not being judgmental about people who do not like animals, houses, or kids, but you *are* being judgmental about people who like these things, but like money more.

If it is the case that someone values money more than they value kids, isn’t it better that they don’t procreate? If they wouldn’t enjoy a house as much as they’d enjoy a pile of cash, who cares? If they value their money more than a pet, and wouldn’t be willing to give the pet the best care, wouldn’t we prefer they honor their preference not to have a pet?

All I am saying is, shouldn’t we be happy that people can choose money over other things if they want to? That doesn’t mean you have to feel threatened by their choices. All you have to say is “to each their own,” and not worry if your net worth sheet looks different than theirs. They’re not worried that you have more kids than them. 🙂 Just live your life!

By: American Debt Project

American Debt Project — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:50:37 +0000

Well said, Daisy! I love this post. You have a good outlook on money. At the end of the day it’s all about the people (and pets) you love and want to be around. NONE of the rest of it will matter when we leave this world. As for me and money, I am just pumped to get to a place where I can be comfortable and unemotional about money, using it to get me to where I want to be. I want to make a lot so I can enjoy my home and have lots of people over all the time, I wouldn’t give up my dogs and I’d love to have kids!!

By: Dylann Andre

Dylann Andre — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:16:14 +0000

I have to admit that I work most of the time to keep up with my financial obligations. But despite how busy I am, I still find time playing with my kids and have some relaxation once in a while.

By: Girl Meets Debt

Girl Meets Debt — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:19:24 +0000

I couldn’t agree more with this post! I still have student loan debt but I am not going to let money run my life. Yes, I will agressively pay down my debt, but no I will not live like a hermit until I do so 🙂

By: Budget and the Beach

Budget and the Beach — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:00:26 +0000

I agree for the most part. I mean life is too short and can change on a dime (no pun intended) and will you look back and say, “oh I saved EVERY penny” but they experienced nothing. I think the point of having/saving money is so that you can spend on things that matter TO YOU! I don’t want kids because I just never wanted them. Saving money by not having them is just the icing on the cake…to ME. I also know that when something happens to my cat, it will be awhile until I feel financially stable to get another pet. I love my pet, but I also have experienced the financial drain of when something goes wrong, and right now I’d really like to make travel a priority. So someone who would never have a pet or children, might spend a lot of money on entering running events, or riding horses. I think it’s just important to recognize that you should invest on things you value…not just things.