a Necessary conversation…
August 6th, 2010
Yesterday, I had a very interesting, helpful conversation with some dear friends, regarding the difference between having more money in hand & having peace of mind, which comes from having taken the necessary steps to plan ahead for the inevitable. He was saying that he’d rather spend the money doing something fun, and she was saying she’d rather spend it (on funeral arrangements in advance of need), because she’ll sleep better at night. Well, it’s not that one’s right & one’s wrong – it’s just two different opinions or approaches as this couple eases into retirement. I certainly can’t blame him for wanting to use the money doing something fun. And I certainly can’t blame her for wanting to pay for their funerals in advance – yrs in advance! That way, she can relax, knowing she aint gonna hafta come up with that money some day, should he die before her. Hmm… so what should they do? Well, maybe I’m biased, but then… I thoroughly understand paying for funerals in advance – anyway… what good is having fun if you’re you’re up all night worrying about tomorrow?! I say ‘Pay in Advance of Need’!
