Who has asked or been asked this question? Show of hands? I’m waiting. That’s right, everyone. Since we all like what money provides, it makes sense to enjoy talking about the what ifs.

It’s fun for us to play with imaginary money, huh?

Let’s dream big, shall we? It can’t be a million dollars; we need a bazillion in today’s economy to do all that we want to do. No, I am not greedy, just dreaming big.

Before getting into any of it, I’d hope I would start with gratitude. I’d be thanking God, especially since I didn’t even buy a ticket. And yet, here I am swimming in the lottery pool.

Anyway,

Let’s get the obvious out of the way. Debt, gone, including that of my friends and family. And speaking of friends and family, pack your bags, we are going on an all-inclusive vacation. Maybe a couple, maybe more. How fun! There will be one stipulation. We all must have a good time and bring our best for one another to avoid drama. Wouldn’t it be formidable if buying drama-free environments were possible?

Okay, let’s move on from the obvious to some more good stuff.

I would hire the best publishers, writers extraordinaire, editors, and anything else I need to help me write well.

I still have so much to learn. What an adventure it would be.

Do I want to be on the best sellers list? Heck yeah, especially since we are dreaming.

In reality land, I write for the craft of it all, but we are in a different land now.

My fantasy land would also include volunteering, orphanages, food banks, soup kitchens, working with wild animals. All would be so rewarding.

For me, giving back has always mattered, and I’ve found it’s one of the best things we can do for ourselves, let alone others.

Talk about a worthwhile legacy, right? If I didn’t have to clock in, just imagine the opportunities.

Like this… I would love to go around and watch people at Walmart or other random stores. I’d find a way to pick random people to spoil, but without them knowing the source. What was that show long ago? Oh yeah, “The Millionaire”.  Someone would get a large check, but they could not tell anyone where they got it. Yes, that would be so fun. Who wouldn’t want to do that?

I would ensure I too was on the receiving end of generosity. I’m picturing it now.  My silver with black accents Jeep Gladiator or maybe a Rubicon sitting in front of my quaint cabin with large windows and all the modern amenities. Flowers everywhere, a body of water nearby, four seasons, but the mild kind.

Wait, look, my future lab wants to go for a walk.

Finally, there is one more thing I might consider if I had oodles to spare. This one is a little harder to admit because it shows my vanity. Oh well, I’ll just say it. A little nip and tuck would be tempting. Maybe I’d opt out because I don’t want to chase youth, but dang it, gravity has gone a little too wild.