We're absolutely living more comfortable lives than we did in the middle ages, or in the 50s, or whenever. That wasn't my point. I don't agree with the "things

We're absolutely living more comfortable lives than we did in the middle ages, or in the 50s, or whenever. That wasn't my point. I don't agree with the "things were better in the old days" sentiment either. Suspect I wasn't clear enough somewhere; feedback appreciated.