I often go down these paths of reasoning, then end up questioning my existence and realizing how short life truly is. This keeps me from dwelling too much on un

I often go down these paths of reasoning, then end up questioning my existence and realizing how short life truly is. This keeps me from dwelling too much on unavoidable situations in the day-to-day. I have experienced the phenomenon of "launching" into a higher socio-economic sphere, being a first generation born in the US. Once I realized my parents could never relate and that they provided this opportunity for me to surpass their standard of living, the money stopped mattering as much as the time I spent with my parents fleeting existence. I would live with the lifelong regret of chasing more money over helping my parents in their last stages of their lives. That's why I chose to stay somewhat local and take care of them, a nursing home would never even begin to cross my mind. I owe my successes in life to their hard work, and it makes me feel complete to make sure they never have to suffer through that stress of providing again. I often wonder what it's like with friends that get kicked out at 18 and have to fend for themselves. Interesting dichotomy.