Americans are funny people, they don't realize when they are happy and keep pursuing "things" thinking that will make them happy. "Things" can't make a person happy.
Lead a simple life and buy things if you need them, not to impress somebody. Work hard and be honest, the harder I work, the luckier I am.
I don't care what you make, or what you have, it can all be taken away. Then what...
This holiday season, join me in serving food at a homeless shelter, help someone. Bring your family with you, if you have one. Don't be self centered.