I up voted it because I like the fact that this guy is a realist. So few of us who read HN will touch the heavens above no matter how bright, or thoughtful, or

I up voted it because I like the fact that this guy is a realist. So few of us who read HN will touch the heavens above no matter how bright, or thoughtful, or elegant our work might be. Luck and timing have more to do with success than inspiration. This story is a reflection of those of us without timing or luck, who grind it out day in day out. It is a nice counter balance to the inspirational, but largely unobtainable heights discussed in the stories normally posted here. Maybe in the beginning you can take the high road, and find "more to life" than this guy does. But for those of us who left the high road long ago, and are raising families, and paying mortgages, and grinding out a living online, this guys approach is sage advice. The truth gets up voted.