by Anncan

Created on: August 18, 2008

I would accept legitimate employ in any of the careers where I have expertise. I would not be focused so much on compensation as I would on the work environment and the publics served.

I would gamble occasionally. That is; I'd buy a lottery ticket, engage an online gaming site, buy raffle tickets, etc. I would buy a reasonable evening or event of social engagement, particularly if it supports a concern I value. My monetary investment is equivalent to a donation or even merely the purchase of occasional amusement. Sometimes the benefit might be financial gain, overall my intent is entertainment. If it pays off, so much the better.

I would take other risks like accepting employ that isn't at first glance exactly what it is purported to be. Nothing morally suspicious. Just having too much grey area in the job description. Something that has hidden agenda that is nonetheless legitimate. A good example of this is certain kinds of remunerated church work. There are always other tasks that such a person is expected to contribute of their time and energies.

My own bottom line: Money is not my main personal goal.
Money is totally overrated. Even living with the risk of no health insurance, little end of life planning, or other such 'security', I am not persuaded to join the fans of windfall profits. I have my values and conscience to live with and they, above all, help me to put money in its place. If I had millions my biggest challenge would be where and how to distribute it to address the needs of the poor.

Now, I don't believe in being a welfare freeloader. No, gainful employ is more desireable than idleness. I do however believe that I've contributed my former income tax dollars to the coffers that sustain my current retirement lifestyle. Also, I have a personal commitment to living a sustainable lifestyle. It is odious to me that so many Americans have succumbed to delusions of glitter and gold. Family, social relationships, volunteering, pursuing the gifts and talents I was given at birth, these are the currency of a meaningful and satisfying life to me.

I would even write grants to fund some personal interest or endeavor that would serve a population that is undervalued. I would donate my time and talents rather than attach a monetary value to them. Greed is a scarey animal to me. I've explored many humanitarian endeavors in my lifetime. I'm a proponent of Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Volunteers in Service America, Scouting, 4H, Future Farmers of America, Eldercare,

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