The Issue of Money

Being brought up in a relatively thrifty environment, I'm seldom inclined to spend it, of course unless I really have to. The past few weeks saw me splurging on so many items of luxury. Things like tees, exquisite food, books and movies were spent on. I daresay I bought as many as 10 tees over the last few weeks. Nice clothes I must say, all were love at first sight, so no complaints. Another plus point is that my brother likes the tees I bought, so he could wear them out too! What an untimate saver's plan. Haha.

Can't remember much about the restaurants I patronised though. I could only recall that the service at RennThai is comparatively poor and the most expensive meal I consumed was at Ellenborough Market Cafe. The ambience was good, very spacious, wide spread of delectable dishes, friendly staff and most of all, Moses Lim was the head chef there!

On books, I bought a few bestsellers that I've yet to read. The english patient and the memory keeper's daughter are amongst the few I bought. The kite runner by Khaled Hosseini, which I luckily borrowed from the library, is a good read. For one more day by Mitch Albom touched me and I'm compelled to read it again, after ORD.

Last but not least, movies. I managed to catch simpsons, 881, hairspray and ratatouille. All are great. Simpsons was hilarious, many nice spoofs and interesting plot. 881's good because honestly speaking, this locally made film has international standards. Wacky costumes, cheesy lines and pure lame CG did'nt spoil the show though. I read in the papers the other day that this film has successfully drawn many young locals to the art of getai, a vanishing trade in Singapore. I love hairspray! Musicals have always been one of my favs because I really enjoy listening to the catchy songs amidst the hip and cool dance moves. (Btw, Amanda Byne is gorgeous!) As a recap, Moulin Rouge, Chicago, High School Musical and Dreamgirls are other musical films that I enjoyed watching as well. Finally, the most talked about film, Ratatouille. Awesome CG, smooth lines, nice plot and certainly numerous thought-provoking verses such as "Anyone Can Cook" etc.

Back to the issue on money, I've come to realise in recent years that it's prudent to spend it anytime I like. Of course I have to exercise discretion. I can't spend on everything but I can prioritise and make small sacrifices. My mum always tells me that money can be earned, friendships can't. If we live on a miserly shell, we may never forge lasting friendships. Spending also teaches me to be less petty. Money can sometimes solve our problems but most of the time, it's the root of all evils. Look at how the world fight over economic gains for individual benefits and how schisms surface within families over inheritance. My take on money is that we can never be too attached to it. How is one going to bring along his money after he dies? Hence, isn't it better if we are more contented with what we have, be less anxious over spending our money and simply treat it with less importance?