Why You Should Spend Your Money On Experiences, Not Things

[prlyles]

Saw this quote in a Forbes article:

"Buying yourself an apple watch will not change who you are. Hiking the Appalachian Trail or seeing the Grand Canyon will. Agree?

 

[JuleZ '02 HEEL]

Ooh, this should be fun.

I agree ... for me. But to each his own. Folks should spend their resources (money, and more importantly time) on the things that bring them the most satisfaction, and what that is varies wildly from person to person.

 

[Blue2010]

Saw this quote in a Forbes article:

"Buying yourself an apple watch will not change who you are. Hiking the Appalachian Trail or seeing the Grand Canyon will. Agree?

100%

 

[TarHeelNation11]

Ooh, this should be fun.

I agree ... for me. But to each his own. Folks should spend their resources (money, and more importantly time) on the things that bring them the most satisfaction, and what that is varies wildly from person to person.

The bolded part sums it up for me.

Some people gain satisfaction from travel. Others gain it from material possessions / collectibles. Others gain it from a hybrid of the two or from things not even mentioned like achievements (running a marathon, upping your bench max, fixing up a car).

I'm not sure why @prlyles keeps trying to push the allure of travel. Maybe he runs a travel agency out of the back of YVGS

 

[prlyles]

The bolded part sums it up for me.

Some people gain satisfaction from travel. Others gain it from material possessions / collectibles. Others gain it from a hybrid of the two or from things not even mentioned like achievements (running a marathon, upping your bench max, fixing up a car).

I'm not sure why @prlyles keeps trying to push the allure of travel. Maybe he runs a travel agency out of the back of YVGS

No, not at all but the things you mentioned could be called experiences rather than material things. To each his own.

 

[TarHeelNation11]

No, not at all but the things you mentioned could be called experiences rather than material things. To each his own.

I hear you, I just think it's more of a grey area. Example... collecting antiques or memorabilia (don't know the exact word) from things you're passionate about, i.e. the Civil War, or something like that. Those are "material" possessions but that's also an experience of hunting those things down and what not.

Additionally, sporting events are a good example of a hybrid between experience and "material" possession. Myself and others on here love going to Carolina Football games for the experience... but it could certainly be considered material because of all that we buy to go with it (canopies, grills, tables, generators, etc.)

Finally, one thing I'd like to add is the desire to travel usually dovetails with whether you have a significant other or not. It doesn't for all folks. I know we have some on here that like traveling alone. But for others, myself included, half the thrill of traveling -- be it to Alabama or to Norway -- is sharing the experience with your significant other or loved one(s). Just my opinions

 

[Blue2010]

I think there is a gray area here too. I am a bit of a tech nerd and like getting the newest iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch...whatever.

But if I'm spending a lot of money, I would much rather it be on some type of experience. I took my father to the NFC Championship Game last year in Charlotte, and although we were in nose bleed seats freezing our asses off, that was probably the best experience I've ever had. And for my father, who barely got his GED and has made a living driving big rigs cross country...this is something he could have never imagined going to, so it made it even more worth it.

Both of our daughters are already watching YouTube videos of Disney Cruises, so I think they is next on our list. I'm a big kid anyway, so I'm actually looking forward to it once we save up enough.

 

[prlyles]

I hear you, I just think it's more of a grey area. Example... collecting antiques or memorabilia (don't know the exact word) from things you're passionate about, i.e. the Civil War, or something like that. Those are "material" possessions but that's also an experience of hunting those things down and what not.

Additionally, sporting events are a good example of a hybrid between experience and "material" possession. Myself and others on here love going to Carolina Football games for the experience... but it could certainly be considered material because of all that we buy to go with it (canopies, grills, tables, generators, etc.)

Finally, one thing I'd like to add is the desire to travel usually dovetails with whether you have a significant other or not. It doesn't for all folks. I know we have some on here that like traveling alone. But for others, myself included, half the thrill of traveling -- be it to Alabama or to Norway -- is sharing the experience with your significant other or loved one(s). Just my opinions

All good points.

 

[prlyles]

I think there is a gray area here too. I am a bit of a tech nerd and like getting the newest iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch...whatever.

But if I'm spending a lot of money, I would much rather it be on some type of experience. I took my father to the NFC Championship Game last year in Charlotte, and although we were in nose bleed seats freezing our asses off, that was probably the best experience I've ever had. And for my father, who barely got his GED and has made a living driving big rigs cross country...this is something he could have never imagined going to, so it made it even more worth it.

Both of our daughters are already watching YouTube videos of Disney Cruises, so I think they is next on our list. I'm a big kid anyway, so I'm actually looking forward to it once we save up enough.

NFC Championship would certainly be an experience.

 

[Blue2010]

NFC Championship would certainly be an experience.

I've been to some pretty fun games though the years...got to sit courtside at UVA back in the Pete Guillen days when they knocked off Dook in OT...that was pretty epic. But the NFC title game, I don't think I'll ever experience a game that tops that one. And being on the top row...literally (where I could stand up and look over the edge down to the parking lot)...the entire place was shaking like an earthquake and felt like the place was going to collapse...it was unreal.

 

[coolwaterunc]

A nice balance of both is ideal, don't you think?

 

[coolwaterunc]

A nice balance of both is ideal, don't you think?

Actually, screw it. I had to spend $2K to cover my third of a beach vacation with my brother, his wife, their three kids and my parents are going to be taking this summer, and it made my face pale. No telling what I could have done with that $2K. To hell with experiences, if that's what they're going to do to me.

 

[Hark_The_Sound_2010]

A nice balance of both is ideal, don't you think?

I guess it depends on the person, but I agree a mix is best. I have friends that are too far on the extremes on both sides. One doesn't make a ton of money, but saves every dime he gets to go on multiple week European escapades (not lavish hotels but several hostel type places in various countries) rarely having the funds to do anything outside his [parents] house, another makes a good amount of money but saves none and spends it all on the newest gadgets (apple fanboy), overpriced car, expensive clothes - but no experiences.

They've done studies on what gives the average person more enjoyment, and the result is almost always experiences over possessions. To THN's point: I think traveling/experiences can be done just the same with a significant other, as with a group of your boys. Traveling along might be fun rarely, but I don't think I'd enjoy it too often.

 

[Hark_The_Sound_2010]

Actually, screw it. I had to spend $2K to cover my third of a beach vacation with my brother, his wife, their three kids and my parents are going to be taking this summer, and it made my face pale. No telling what I could have done with that $2K. To hell with experiences, if that's what they're going to do to me.

Are you saying you're paying an equal amount yourself as your brother (who is bringing 4 other people) and your parents (2 people)? That seems like a raw deal.

 

[heelmanwilm]

So take some hookers and blow to the grand canyon

 

[coolwaterunc]

Are you saying you're paying an equal amount yourself as your brother (who is bringing 4 other people) and your parents (2 people)? That seems like a raw deal.

I do, but I don't really mind that aspect of it. My brother makes (I'm guessing) around the same as I do, probably a little more, but he has to spread his earnings among four other people (wife doesn't work), and I get to keep all of mine to myself. We're family, so I don't mind.

 

[Blue2010]

Are you saying you're paying an equal amount yourself as your brother (who is bringing 4 other people) and your parents (2 people)? That seems like a raw deal.

This was also my thought.

 

[JuleZ '02 HEEL]

No telling what I could have done with that $2K.

You should have seen my face when I saw the statement for what we spent on childcare last year.

Could've covered a luxurious weeklong trip for two to anywhere AND a pretty decent sailboat.

*Repeats to self
They're a joy in my life and I love them
They're a joy in my life and I love them
They're a joy in my life and I love them

 

[prlyles]

So take some hookers and blow to the grand canyon

lol....

 

[jcolucci]

You should have seen my face when I saw the statement for what we spent on childcare last year.

Could've covered a luxurious weeklong trip for two to anywhere AND a pretty decent sailboat.

*Repeats to self
They're a joy in my life and I love them
They're a joy in my life and I love them
They're a joy in my life and I love them

hahahaha...hang on because you ain't seen squat!
We could have a beach house for what my daughter (and son to a much lesser extent) has cost me.

 

[Raising Heel]

Good thread, @prlyles.

If everything goes as planned, within the next couple months I'll be trading in my Lexus SUV for a travel trailer. That probably gives you a good idea where I stand on the issue.

Finally, one thing I'd like to add is the desire to travel usually dovetails with whether you have a significant other or not. It doesn't for all folks. I know we have some on here that like traveling alone. But for others, myself included, half the thrill of traveling -- be it to Alabama or to Norway -- is sharing the experience with your significant other or loved one(s). Just my opinions

This is another area where there's a lot of middle ground. I generally prefer to travel with others and have done that most of my life. It really is about sharing the experience.

The question is what happens if/when your travel objectives and interests don't align with anyone else's? We've got about 8 of us doing a guys' weekend in Asheville at the end of March to watch basketball, hit some breweries, etc. I've done great trips with exes to places like Hawaii, San Diego, and a "Rock Boat" cruise in the Caribbean. Those are all great, but they don't scratch every itch for me. Also, I don't have a significant other anymore. So I sometimes choose to travel solo because I don't want to look back on my life and regret the things I never did.

 

[chick_bleeds_carolina_blue]

Good thread, @prlyles.

If everything goes as planned, within the next couple months I'll be trading in my Lexus SUV for a travel trailer. That probably gives you a good idea where I stand on the issue.

Finally, one thing I'd like to add is the desire to travel usually dovetails with whether you have a significant other or not. It doesn't for all folks. I know we have some on here that like traveling alone. But for others, myself included, half the thrill of traveling -- be it to Alabama or to Norway -- is sharing the experience with your significant other or loved one(s). Just my opinions

This is another area where there's a lot of middle ground. I generally prefer to travel with others and have done that most of my life. It really is about sharing the experience.

The question is what happens if/when your travel objectives and interests don't align with anyone else's? We've got about 8 of us doing a guys' weekend in Asheville at the end of March to watch basketball, hit some breweries, etc. I've done great trips with exes to places like Hawaii, San Diego, and a "Rock Boat" cruise in the Caribbean. Those are all great, but they don't scratch every itch for me. Also, I don't have a significant other anymore. So I sometimes choose to travel solo because I don't want to look back on my life and regret the things I never did.

That sounds like a PERFECT plan. I've always wanted to travel the country like that. Maybe one day I will. Might do it alone though lol. Safe travels.

 

[TarHeelNation11]

Good thread, @prlyles.

If everything goes as planned, within the next couple months I'll be trading in my Lexus SUV for a travel trailer. That probably gives you a good idea where I stand on the issue.

This is another area where there's a lot of middle ground. I generally prefer to travel with others and have done that most of my life. It really is about sharing the experience.

The question is what happens if/when your travel objectives and interests don't align with anyone else's? We've got about 8 of us doing a guys' weekend in Asheville at the end of March to watch basketball, hit some breweries, etc. I've done great trips with exes to places like Hawaii, San Diego, and a "Rock Boat" cruise in the Caribbean. Those are all great, but they don't scratch every itch for me. Also, I don't have a significant other anymore. So I sometimes choose to travel solo because I don't want to look back on my life and regret the things I never did.

Understandable of course. I meant more along the lines of... for someone like myself who doesn't necessarily enjoy travel (particularly international)... it would be a different story to do it with a significant other, particularly one who enjoys travel. The joy it would bring her would make it worthwhile for me and would also encourage me to get off my ass and go see the world.

I definitely hear you on sometimes your plans and your travel companion(s)'s plans do not always align. I have first-hand experience with this on a guys trip to England. I about killed one of my friends halfway through the trip out of frustration lol.

 

[Hark_The_Sound_2010]

it would be a different story to do it with a significant other, particularly one who enjoys travel. The joy it would bring her would make it worthwhile for me and would also encourage me to get off my ass and go see the world.

This describes my situation pretty well. I've always enjoyed traveling, but in the past I would always peg a trip with the guys to some sporting event that we wanted to see. I would always say I'd enjoy a trip to [insert cool non-sports location here] - but I'd never actually make the moves to do those trips. My GF is big into travel, so she's championed efforts to actually get us to go away more often - and in addition to the joy it brings her, I've had some amazing times as well.

 

[TarHeelNation11]

This describes my situation pretty well. I've always enjoyed traveling, but in the past I would always peg a trip with the guys to some sporting event that we wanted to see. I would always say I'd enjoy a trip to [insert cool non-sports location here] - but I'd never actually make the moves to do those trips. My GF is big into travel, so she's championed efforts to actually get us to go away more often - and in addition to the joy it brings her, I've had some amazing times as well.

I'd double like this if I could because I always appreciate when someone uses 'champion' as a verb. Well done.

 

[heelmanwilm]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

 

[Hark_The_Sound_2010]

Several people remind u you're sunburned.

This is so annoying. Like, if you can see it, I can feel it, asshole. I know it's there, no need to keep bringing it up.

 

[tarheel0910]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

Remind me never to travel with you.

 

[chick_bleeds_carolina_blue]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

LMAO so dang true though and with kids just multiply that misery times a million lol

 

[Blue2010]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

Kudos. Excellent synopsis. Add in (for my wife), immediately clean the entire place when you arrive Saturday b/c no matter what cleaning service prepped the place before our arrival, it was "completely nasty." Then add in the fact that my wife's family has to get a leg up on everything...to the point of wanting to leave a day early, every, mother-f***ing, vacation. I have to fight them on this every time. It really defeats the entire purpose.

 

[UNC71-00]

Travel is good. Sitting at home is good. Buying stuff is good. All of these things are good. But winning bets on Trump is great.

 

[coolwaterunc]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

Poast of the Year nominee.

 

[Raising Heel]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

11/10 poast. Extra point granted because you wrote this all on a cell phone.

Poast of the Year nominee.

Seconded.

 

[gunslingerdick]

You should have seen my face when I saw the statement for what we spent on childcare last year.

Could've covered a luxurious weeklong trip for two to anywhere AND a pretty decent sailboat.

*Repeats to self
They're a joy in my life and I love them
They're a joy in my life and I love them
They're a joy in my life and I love them

The one year I had both kids in daycare, I spent north of $13k. And that's here in Lynchburg, VA where everything is cheaper. I can only imagine what people in large metro areas pay in childcare. But with that said, having peace of mind because you're totally comfortable with those looking over your most prized possessions in priceless.

I'm big on experiences. I just don't really have a need for material items. I don't even buy myself new clothes when I need them. My wife does that or I get something for Christmas. I literally never go shopping for anything for myself. But I'll break the bank on a cool trip somewhere.

 

[Raising Heel]

...you're totally comfortable with those looking over your most prized possessions....

Let the record show that GSD considers his children to be possessions. He'll probably put them up for sale once they're old enough for heavy manual labor.

 

[prlyles]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

Pure gold, are you related to Chevy Chase?.....lol

 

[gunslingerdick]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

Top 5 poast I've ever read at this board.

 

[WhatTheHeel?]

Heres why i dont travel that much. Say u have a week off to do it. Saturday to saturday.

First off no fri night shenanigans cause you're prepping

Sat: wasted traveling regardless of the mode

Sun: sleep in out of exhaustion from prev day, day wasted settiling in, going to grocery store, figuring out the area, if you're in nc no liquor sales. Bonus.

Mon: it's getting better. But u spend most of the day trying to figure out how to cram in the stuff u wanna do this week. This is usually the day it rains. Everyone u meet reminds u how awesome the weather was last week and that the swedish womens volleyball team hung out by the pool all week.

Tues: this is the go to day for why you came. Whatever the best thing is the area has to offer you want to do it today. Unfortunately you decide you'd rather just hang by the pool and finally enjoy a day off. U pass out on your stomache with your head turned and get a nuclear sunburn on one side of your face, back, and legs. However This is the night u goneat somewhere fabulous and have vacation sex

Wed: now you're in panic mode. U blew off seeing the area so now you're pressured to spend the whole freaking day shopping and sight seeing. U leave at 10 and return at 5 exhausted. Sunburn is chafing horribly. Several people remind u you're sunburned. Tks for the info. U realize you're now over budget so u Eat leftovers for supper. Sit on the couch and watch tv. Basic cable with No dvr. Dammit.

Thurs: end of vacation is on horizon. You feel the pull of the work undone all week waiting for u come mon. U make the classic mistake of calling to "check on things" and find out somebody quit at work, everyones pissed, and your dog got out and is missing. Your day is ruined with worry. One side of your face is peeling with sheets of skin hanging off. U scare a little girl on the elevator.

Fri: day wasted packing and cleaning the condo. Everyone is in a foul mood. Rain returns

Sat: the travel home. Of course this is the most beautiful day of the week weather wise. U leave a hundred dollars worth of bottled water and condiments behind cause no room.

Sun: glorious. U sleep in. Mow the lawn and grill steaks while sipping corona. The dog returns. U wonder wtf u went anywhere.

Dang, that's sad. We're flying out to Utah for 9 days this summer. Going to hit 4 national parks (maybe 5 if we can squeeze in Canyonlands, see the Hoover Dam, and spend the last night in Vegas--Vegas really isn't my thing, but at least I can say I've done it. I can only handle a few days of the coast and only in the off-season. We're actually looking at getting an RV but need to be totally sure that's how we want to travel and that we'd use it enough to justify.

 

[JuleZ '02 HEEL]

Dang, that's sad. We're flying out to Utah for 9 days this summer. Going to hit 4 national parks (maybe 5 if we can squeeze in Canyonlands, see the Hoover Dam, and spend the last night in Vegas--which really isn't my thing, but at least I can say I've done it. I can only handle a few days of the coast and only in the off-season. We're actually looking at getting an RV but need to be totally sure that's how we want to travel and that we'd use it enough to justify.

Hey, check it out, @WhatTheHeel? told us something about himself!

You should make it one of these

 

[prlyles]

Dang, that's sad. We're flying out to Utah for 9 days this summer. Going to hit 4 national parks (maybe 5 if we can squeeze in Canyonlands, see the Hoover Dam, and spend the last night in Vegas--Vegas really isn't my thing, but at least I can say I've done it. I can only handle a few days of the coast and only in the off-season. We're actually looking at getting an RV but need to be totally sure that's how we want to travel and that we'd use it enough to justify.

We done that a few years ago and enjoyed it