Snuggles

I was watching a video with my son one day, and the speaker said, “Money doesn’t buy happiness.” My son immediately chuckled. I looked at him and asked, “Why are you laughing? Do you think money buys happiness?” Without hesitation, he said, “Yes.”

That caught my attention, so I asked him why. It made me realize that, to a child, money means toys, fun experiences, vacations, and all the things they enjoy. So, from his perspective, it made perfect sense.

It also reminded me that the saying isn’t completely wrong or completely right. Money can buy comfort, security, and opportunities that contribute to happiness, but it can’t buy genuine love, meaningful relationships, good character, or inner peace. Maybe the better way to say it is: money can make life easier, but it can’t guarantee happiness.