Sorry, But I Will Probably Never Be Rich.

"So, what do you want to do with your life?"
I rattle off a vague yet ambitious sort of answer that I know they won't expect, adding an "I'm not really sure, though." for good measure.
"Oh, well that's... interesting."they reply.
"Mmhmm." Their lack of interest is apparently infectious.
"Do you really think that's going to work out for you?"
I see the somewhat shocked and semi-concerned look in their face. It makes me want to laugh. And so I smile and say "I have no idea. But I guess I'll find out soon enough."
"Oh." This conversation has not turned out like they expected to.

It's funny how people are so skeptical of or confused by others dreams.

Maybe they're scared of risks; of not being secure.
Maybe they don't think it's "realistic".
Maybe they limit themselves to what's comfortable; not stepping out of their comfort zone.
Maybe they've failed and never had the courage to try again.
Maybe they wish they would've went after their own dreams.
Maybe they resent not having the same opportunities anymore.
Maybe they don't understand that not everyone lives for money.
Maybe they don't know how to fully appreciate the beauty in life.
Maybe they think too much.

Whatever the real reason may be,
I hope it's not a crime,
to live and laugh and love and hope;
to dream of a fuller life.