The Real Luxuries In Life
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A 60-year-old reflects on life's true luxuries in a list shared by his wife.
The author, approaching 61, shares a list of 'real luxuries' texted by his wife Amy: time, health, a quiet mind, slow mornings, ability to travel, rest without guilt, good sleep, calm days, meaningful conversations, home-cooked meals, loved ones, and reciprocal love. He notes Memorial Day and Labor Day bookend summer, and that Labor Day weekend still marks a 'back to school' moment.
What commenters are saying
Commenters largely agree with the list, adding time in nature and time with adult children. A debate arises over money's role: some argue money enables these luxuries, while others note happiness doesn't scale linearly with wealth. The super-rich treat wealth accumulation as a game rather than a happiness pursuit. One commenter criticizes the post as 'useless old man's ramblings,' arguing slow mornings require a job.