I came across a blog today and there was a post called “If I had a million dollars”. It’s part of a special weekly trends “Finish that sentence Friday”. Pretty self-explanatory!
Today’s sentence is “If I had a million dollars, I…”
One of the blogger posted a video of Barenaked Ladies which has a song titled. Wait for it…” If I had a Million Dollars” Very catchy tune that had me smiling the whole time. Have a listen here: If I Had a Million Dollars – Pinch My Bluegrass: A Bluegrass Tribute to Barenaked Ladies
Now most of you that have been following my blog are aware that I’m facing a monster in my life. My good friend and mentor told me that I should start naming my monsters (yes plural, I have more than one monster). So far I have the “Debt Monster” and a few days ago I came face to face with a new one. It’s not really new, it had been lurking under the bed for sometime now. The “Doubt Monster” likes to creep out now and then, but more so lately (but that’s for another post). Here are the top 6 things I would do if I had a million dollars:
- Duh! Pay off my debts!!! Can we say “FREEEEEDOOOOMMM!!!!” *in my William Wallace voice without the head chopping that came after*
- Get my dream house with STORAGE!!! So that I can have more space for my hoarding!!
- Bring my mom to live with us in Canada! The last time I saw my mother I was 6 years old. My mom is currently in Haiti! Anyone that is familiar with immigration in Canada is welcome to message me. The “Doubt Monster” and the “Stress Monster” are trying to drive me mad!!!
- Put funds away for my son’s education.
- Open up a trust funds for my little cousins. I used to live with my uncle and his family. I love every single one of my cousins as if they were my own. So I want to be sure that they have everything they need and that when the times comes for them to go to college, they can!
- Go on a trip to South Korea with my sister and some friends. I don’t think my list is too farfetched, do you? =)
Now is your turn to play along! What do you do if YOU had a Million Dollars?
I would probably buy a beach house… although my Hubs would have different ideas on how we would spend it.
If my partner had his way he would buy a beach house too! =) thanks for stopping by Terry!
I don’t think it’s far-fetched at all! Being debt free would be a huge relief! Glad you found FTSF and hope you will join again!
Thank you Lisa! I’m glad I stumbled upon FTSF (was having writer’s block)!
I think you have the million dollars down. These are really good ways to spend it. You’re using your head and heart together. And the song is a lot of fun!
Thanks Joanne! I hope I get achieve these things even without the 1 million dollars (although, having it would be LOTS of help lol)
I would pay off my debts too! I think I would also buy a nice house complete with a home theatre room, and of course get the kids a park for our back yard,lol! Oh, and did I mention a huge closet full of clothes, shoes, bags, and jewelry! Oh, I could go on forever!
Your dreams are not far fetched at all. If anything we are all encouraged to dream bigger. Heck, but unreasonable with your dreams! I do! lol. Thanks for sharing the list Marielle!
Dream BIG! Great list. You deserve all good things so I encourage you to be completely unreasonable with your dreams. Love this thought for the day. Thanks
First I would pat off all of my debt–then I would pay off a friends mortgage-then I would buy a condo in Florida so my Mom could stay there for free-most of the rest I would save for a rainy day!
I would buy my dream house back at home in the Bahamas, & boy if i keep going I will be typing all night lol
That’s a lot of money to think in an instant! lol! I would probably be speechless and drop dead if I do win that big a money! So many use!
If I had a million dollars, I’d be torn between my family, my self and my future. So maybe I’d just leave it in the bank and make it grow!
I would go on a month long trip to Disney World. LOL. Then pay off my house & set up college funds.
The first thing I’d do is pay off debt. Then get a house and a new car. Nothing flashy. My house needs an extra room for an office/library. Then I’d take my son on a cruise! We went a few years ago and he’s been begging to do it again.
I like naming the “monsters” in your life. I’m going to do this myself. And who knows…maybe I’ll blog about it too! Thanks for the inspiration.
Debt free would fee so free!! The older I get, the more I think that’s the way to be. 🙂
I am in no debt but would love to have a dream house featuring Autism freindly media room and sensory room.
I am with you on paying off the debts. I would too if I have a million dollars.
I would probably do some traveling – shop and save in the process, too haha! Many more actually – just not put into words I guesshaha!
If I had a million dollars we would pay off our debt and buy the perfect house and perfect cars and be debt free!
I would buy a house and buy my daughter a house.
First of all you shouldn’t doubt yourself and here’s why…. of all the blogs I read… and no BS… yours is the most engaging, authentic, and entertaining. THAT talent of yours is under used. You should really think about doing some writing on the side like for Odesk/eLance. All you’d need to do is show them this blog and they’d hire you. Build up your portfolio and feedback and eventually you’ll be picking and choosing your work (and pay). Writing creatively and conversationally seems to come naturally for you. Got it? Ok… moving on
If I had a million dollars…
I would already have been living my dream because it’s the process of getting there that opens the doors to your dreams along the way.
BUT to play along…
I’d take off for a whole year with my girlfriend and travel the world. I’d choose 12 of my favorite locations and spend one month in each so that I could really appreciate the people, the food, the culture, the history, and the language before moving on (I’d write a book about it with lots of photos – I’d make another million!)
Great content, great topic/question.
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… you are a talent Marielle.
This made me very happy. Thank you so much for your kind words and support!
I have been in debt myself and we lost everything but being debt free was the best feeling in the world … google consumer action group forums … they give great free advice xxx
I saw this recently. if I had a million dollars there is so much things I’d do with it. I do know I want to travel Europe but I also need my kids to go to a great college so some would go towards that as well.
great title.. if i had a million dollars, my house and kids would be taken care of so i do not have to worry about them.
I just saw Barenaked Ladies in concert…that is such a great song! If I had a million dollars, I would travel the world! Naming your monsters is something I have not heard of, I hope that helps you dissolve them.
I know exactly what I would do if I had a million dollars… quitting what I am doing it not one of them!! Good Luck dealing with your monsters!!
Thank you Meli! =)
If I had a million dollars I would buy a home, set money aside for my kids, put away a fund for the struggling families in the community I work, and then travel.
I would do all you’ve listed and buy another winery!
Now I have that song stuck in my head! Debt free would be fabulous!
I would do so much including helping to take care of animals that need homes!
I love this post, as I do all your posts Marielle. I love how you are very open and honest and I feel like we have met in person. Lol.
If I had a million dollars I would upgrade my marketing and promotion strategy for my business. Completely renovate my studio, take a vacation and shopping trip in Paris (flea market). And buy my daughter the car of her dreams.
You mentioned college funds for your son…..do what I did over 12 years ago and buy a college fund or 529. It allows you to put away small amounts of money each month and that locks in the cost of college. So regardless of what you paid for the 529 it covers the entire cost when your son is ready for college (loose definition but kinda the jist) I hope you do come in to $1M
I would take my entire family on a trip to the Carribbean. This would be the first thing I would do, then you know, a whole lot of other things would follow! LOL
Man, if I had a million dollars there would be so much I would do! Debts would be the first thing I took care of. Then I would straight out buy my house. Can you say no more rent?! I would buy myself and my husband a new car and get anything my babies wanted. Then I would take care of my mother in law and a few family members.
you out of anyone can make all these things happen without the million dollars. You got the right drive and energy to make all these things happen
Being debt free is very important for relieving stress. You can do it. It takes time and a plan – which I am glad you have one.
By a house, a car and spend the rest for my daughters college!
Those are wonderful things to do with a million dollars. I think bringing your mom to Canada sounds awesome. Thanks for linking up with us!