[gr8fl4porsche]

Just waxing philosophically (aka had a few beers).

We were sitting around a fire talking about purchases related to having enough money to do whatever you want - within reason for middle class folks. New cars, TV's, boats, houses, whole house audio systems, etc.

I think it is a good quality to posess the drive to reach the point of reasonable middle class. But I am always curious about those that take the next step and work to reach the wealthy stage by devoting their entire existence to making more money. Some around the fire did well working 40 hours a week, some 50-60 hours, but there are always some who do the 80 hours, usually out of town and away from their families with small children.

Does this drive come from the thrill of the hunt for more dollars or is it an avoidance of dealing with daily family life which can get very mundane and stressful at times.

Probably a combo of both.