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Originally Posted by CRS
Proximity to family?
I know that this isn't necessarily a big value to some but it is a huge one for others.
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Proximity to family is huge, i've been offered 40% more money to work up north. (I'm a Senior GIS tech).
While pondering the offer, my father needed emergency surgery. I wanted to be there for him. From that moment on i decided money isn't the end all be all. As long as i made enough for a roof over my head and food on the table. Then it's all good. When i'm gone, money has no value to me anymore. Why not enjoy the time on earth doing what i love? Making memories with the people i love. Nothing makes me happier then able to cook a meal for my family.
i've come to accept the fact that i'll never own a detached house or even come close. But any situation is what you make of it, you can be bitter or be happy about anything. It's great to own something, but don't over extend yourself to the point where you can't enjoy it.