I was thinking about that truck driver who recently won the $105M Powerball jackpot and how he said that he intended to keep driving his truck because what else was he going to do with himself? He might buy himself a “new” truck but not brand new because of the depreciation. A practical and down to earth man.
I’m lucky enough in what I do that I probably wouldn’t change my life all that much either. I’d still write and quilt – though I suspect I’d do it in a bigger house, perhaps in the south of France. Or Spain.
It’s unlikely that I’ll ever win a lottery (as they say, you have to play to win) but I started thinking about what one thing would I splurge on if I ever I came into some “found” money. The answer presented itself immediately: a new bed.
I’ve always wanted a really great bed. A four poster with a wood and iron work head and foot board and a mattress so thick (and yet firm) I might require a step to get up in it, 800 ct. Egyptian cotton sheets, and big fluffy down pillows. It would not only be a lovely sanctuary from the stresses of daily life, a place to sleep and dream, it would also be a showpiece in my room, a place to display all of the quilts I make with such care.
Yes, I would definitely get a bed. And someday when we settle down a bit more I probably will – I’ll find the money. What would you get yourself? Any secret wishes?
Hmm. I have often wondered this, as though it might happen to me too. I’m assuming your bed would come after all the bills are paid off. That’s my first priority. But my husband would still go into ministry, I would continue to write. Writing is in the blood, I believe. It’s an addiction that will never pass and I hope never does. But what to splurge on? I think it would be incredible to have a family reunion cruise. 50 odd people in one place, enjoying the same beautiful sights. I’d pay the ticket just to be with them all.
by Kelly Kirch July 2nd, 2007 at 1:56 pm