Never thought I'd ever utter those words, being the consumate professional businessman, but with the worst economy since the Great Depression still griping many of us, I thought I'd take a break from discussing bdsm and talk about being broke, yet happy.
Let me set the tone by stating that my six-figure job is long gone, making half of what I made before, no more company vehicle, no more massive bonus check. I've lost over a hundred thousand dollars in the stock market, lost three hundred thousand in the value of my house and still have to figure out how to send my two teenagers to college in the next few years. Being on the verge of bankruptcy is a humbling experience and I know that I am certainly not alone in that. Still, I am more relaxed and happy than I was a year ago when the "shit hit the fan".
Now, I enjoy simple pleasures. Picking fresh veggies from my garden, taking my dog for a walk, having a cocktail with friends, making love to My c_w, having lunch with My c_w, pretty much doing anything with My c_w, to be quite honest. I try to focus on what brings me joy and surprisingly it's not all of the cool stuff I could buy in the old days. I still have a few pleasures that cost a few bucks but nothing close to what I used to have.
If nothing else, this moment in my life has made me more aware of what is most important to me. First and foremost is my relationship with My c_w, next are my children, whom i would do anything for, my mom and my select friends.
