A Better Measure of Wealth

Read the paper, listen to the news, go online, and there is a common theme: wealth. The wealth (and lack thereof) of nations and individuals is of paramount news. Debt loads, net worth, etc. etc. We are listening, but is it the only measure? It is important, of course. It's pretty tough to sustain ourselves without that common measurement of prosperity. However, what about real wealth, the richness of life.

Photo Credit-Amy Rancier

Are we putting enough "value" on our experiences, our family, and our friends? What kind of ROI do you get from an amazing trip, party, or good book. How can you put enough weight to the value of a richly lived life?

There are many ways to enrich your life. Take a dog for a walk, have a great talk with a friend, go to the theatre. Why not jump on a bike, do a little writing, or invite a great couple over for a dinner party?

I think you may all know this is going....owning a boat is a natural bridge for so many of life's riches! What better way is there to bond with love ones, make friends, and access the wonders of nature? Think about a beer on the dock, or a book on the back deck, and if you have ever experienced them on a boat you're senses should be awake by now.

 A boat is not just some fibreglass or aluminum, it's a vessel. You use that vessel to enrich your life, and the lives of others around you. It's the glue that holds our spiraling existence together. In an ever hectic world, time stands still, experiences are intensified, and life becomes fulfilling. Whether you are a "cruiser", a water-sports nut, or simply like to float at the dock, you can add wealth to your life by leaving it all behind on the boat.

Photo Credit-Brian Cowper

Boat ownership is a goal that can be lofty, or easy; a canoe will technically suffice. Just make sure you never lose focus on the "why".