SoCS – I Have Enough Fortune

~ Lauren

Linda is our wonderful host for SoCS. A single word can make my brain run amuck. I think I’ll go with the first thing that popped into my head.

Your Friday prompt for Stream of Consciousness Saturday is “fortune.” Use it any way you’d like. Enjoy!

I was raised in a family with little fortune. I once thought that a fortune was having a twenty in my wallet. It was a rare occasion to have “spare” money not allocated for some mandatory bill. I knew how to live within my means which I feel fortunate for. I was, and still am, a saver more than a spender. It took quite a while to learn that it was OK to spend money on fun things when I had it. I tried to pass on my way of thinking, but unfortunately, I think I failed. 

I do not have a fortune of money, nor do I need one. At this stage of the game, I have enough to live comfortably. I can take care of my needs as well as help others. I have a fortune of memories, a fortune of love, a fortune of gratitude, and a fortune of hopes for the future. I have enough.

Aesop Quotes: Gratitude Quotes: Positivitysparkles

Published by Lauren

West Coast Nana to 4 gkids and 1 fur baby

28 thoughts on “SoCS – I Have Enough Fortune”

  5. I remember often finding a $20 in a coat pocket I had not worn for a while. That was good fortune! I, too, have all that I need. No need to yearn for anything more.

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  7. I think, at times, we are better off as a people where there is not a fortune to spend – when we savor life instead of things. I’ve never been “rich” myself and have struggled financially some years, so I understand what you’ve endured. I think your attitude is wonderful and admire you for staying positive.

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  10. I’m in a very similar place. I think it comes from being frugal. (Though my husband says, he’s not frugal, he’s cheap.) It’s a good place to be and also good to remember where we came from.

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  12. Love this post–and the Aesop quote. It is so uplifting to read the many blog authors who understand the wealth within “gratitude”. We all struggle with “something”–but Life’s a lot better when we count our blessings, not just the potholes we need to swerve around 🙂 Much love to you–may God bless you Abundantly! ❤ PS: Wonderful to meet you here! 🙂

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  14. I love the Aesop quote. And having enough is good fortune, indeed, no need for more, although it allows for generosity. I have a favorite book with the title “Enough is Plenty.” Perfect.

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