David G, I totally agree with you. I grew up of a dairy farm, learned how to work 24/7. I worked my way through college, pumping gas, then working at Bethleham steel as a heating and air mechanic.
Nothing like investing in a good education and working hard. I started a business while in college, rental businesss. Retired 10 years ago at 55 after working 31 years, had 12 rentals paid for. Nice pension and good income from rentals. Haven't started drawing SS. If I did, I would have to go out of business or give most of it to uncle sam.
A masters in math and physics has taught me how to invest, how to make money, what not to invest in.
No silver spoons growing up, plastic spoons and paper plates were too expensive.
IMHO, self sufficient, means having more income than you spend, have a nice life style, and you can buy anything you need with CASH. George
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