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Old 08-11-07, 01:59 PM   #20
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Default Re: Humility,a virtue or a pain?

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Originally Posted by Flamin_Squirrel View Post
Envy. It's a shame that most people would rather rich people didn't have that kind of money than trying to work out how to manage it themselves.

Although I have to say I think rich people who only get enjoyment by spend their wealth to just to advertise the fact they have that kind of money are a bit sad.

Richard Branson seems like a fairly cool rich person, spending his money on adventures 'n such. I'd like to similar things if I had lots of money - enjoying experiences that having that kind of money will allow, rather than what you can actually buy.
Now you see in my little scenario here,I am not at all talking THE most expensive car in the world. Far from it in fact. However it is a bit tasty. If I were lucky enough to be in the position to buy then my own motivations would be along the lines of:

It's lovely to look at.

It has a great engine which sounds gorgeous.

The cockpit layout is so sexy.

Must be a great feeling to potter around in one or let it rip when it suits you.

All personally felt as you can see.
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