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Apr 06, 2009, 10:48 AM
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Member Since: Jun 2007
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Posts: 5,518
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Hi Brian
My father wasn't a business owner, but he was a company man through and through. He was devoted to his job and traveled a lot, but he also managed to find the time to spend with his wife and children. I'm a little ticked he instilled such a strong work ethic in me, especially now that I'm disabled and no longer able to work.  It feels like the word "Useless" has been stamped on my forehead.  It took a long time for me to realize my identity was not based solely on the job I performed in life. There is so much more.
My father is gone now. He provided for me, but it's not about the material comfort and goods he gave me. I'm so thankful for the time he gave me because I'm able to draw on that strength when I'm overly burdened. 
My husband is grateful to have known my dad too. When he's overly burdened in his job, with life, and in playing the role of sole caregiver for me, he's able to draw on dad's strength and continue to love and cherish the life he's been given - including me. 
I'd hate to see you work yourself into a hole and end up looking like me - with a "Useless" stamp on your forehead. I know you have obligations to your family that takes you away from them. I hope you can find the balance you need to give you the time to enjoy what it is you are working so hard to protect.
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