How Much is Too Much?

Last night we decorated our Christmas tree with our grandkids. It's the first time in ten years, we had little ones to help us. I went to Rite-Aid and bought shatter proof ornaments for our three year old so I didn't have to worry about broken glass on hardwood floors. We made chocolate chip cookies then sat around and watched Christmas cartoons.

It was a wonderful night.

I had forgotten how grandkids can make an ordinary day into an extra ordinary day.

I have spent the last three weeks pondering how important money is to our lives. If the jingle of coins and the rustle of paper bills gives you joy, you are missing out on the most important things in life. I should add the feel of plastic too. 

As long as we have hands to clasp we are rich. However, bodily needs must be met first. If you or those you love are hungry, nothing matters but finding food. If you are cold, you will hunt for shelter. Only when all of your physical needs are met will you find comfort because we are, after all, only human.

Beyond that lies the conundrum. How much is enough? 

It is too much if you lose family and friends. It is too much when it takes the place of faith in your life. Fortunately, I have never had too much which is probably a good thing.