"So often we rob tomorrow's memories by today's economies." This was part of a longer quote. I don't really know who said this. I saw it and copied it down, but didn't think I was going to use it. I was looking for quotes on memories.
I really felt like writing about memories tonight... About how important I think they are, and how I am trying to make sure that my daughters have lots of memories from their childhood. Maddie says that she has blocked out many of her memories from before she was seven. (She was seven when she first learned about Sharon's drinking problem and saw how it was affecting their relationship.) Even so, I try to reinforce the memories she does have, and of course, add as many new happy ones to her life as I can. Even so, I can see how the above quote is relevant. Many times I have worked late into the night to make certain that I could hit an upcoming deadline. It is sad really. I work so that I can provide a life style for my daughters so that I can give them nice things. But by working so much, I unconsciously take away from them something that I longed for as a child. Time, I believe, is the greatest gift we can give our children. Time to play with them when they are younger and time to talk with them when they are older. Even so, our misguided thoughts that we need to put money away to provide for them oftentimes stops us from providing their basic need of spending time with their parents. I work from home, thus I do get to see them during the day, and to talk with them. Still, I feel bad when I need to work late or focus on something immediately. It is so sad to think that for some families both parents have to work outside of the home, thus ensuring that they spend even less time with their children. In the end, there are some things that money can't buy. Time is a precious commodity. Don't trade away too much of your time chasing the dollar. In the end, it's just not worth it. Memories are the currency of families. In the end, I'd rather be a little less rich in my bank account, but much richer in the memories area. Make sure to build memories. After all, you certainly can't bring your money with you when you die, but you may be able to bring your memories. While no one can be sure what happens after you die, I think there is a better chance of my memories coming with me than my money. Thus, I will do my damnedest to build memories for both me and my daughters, and I'll leave the constant chasing of consumer goods for others.
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