Money
Can`t Buy Everything
Nick was a 10 year old
boy. He was the only son to his parents. Nick`s father was a very busy
businessman who could not spend time with his son. He came home after Nick
slept, and was off to office before Nick woke up in the morning. Nick yearned
for his father`s attention. He wanted to go outdoors and play with his father
just his friend did.
One day, Nick was
surprise to see his father at home in the evening.
“Dad, it is a big
surprise to see you at home,” Nick Said.
“Yes son, my meeting
was cancelled. So I’m at home. But after two hour I have to catch a flight,”
his father replied.
“When will you be
back?”
“Tomorrow noon.”
Nick was in deep
thought for a while. Then he asked, “Dad, how much do you earn in a year?
Nick`s father was taken
aback. He said, “My dear son, It`s a very big amount and you won`t be able to
understand it.”
“Ok dad, are you happy
with amount you earn?”
Yes, my dear. I am very
happy, and in fact I am planning to launch our new branch and a new business in
a few months. Isn`t that great?
Yes, dad. I am happy to
hear that. Can I ask you one more question?
Yes, dear
Dad, can you tell me
how much you earn in a day or even half a day.
Nick, why are you
asking this question?” Nick`s father was perplexed.
But Nick was
persistent. Please answer me. Can you please tell me how much you earn in an
hour?
Nick`s father gave in
and replied, “It will be around $25/-Per hour.”
Nick ran to his room
upstairs, and came down with his piggy bank that contained his savings.
Dad, I have $50 in my
piggy bank. Can you spare two hours for me? I want to go to the beach and have
dinner with you tomorrow evening. Can you please mark this in your schedule?”
Nick`s father was
speechless!
The greatest gift a
parent can give his child time.
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