I had hauled two guys, and the girl friend of one of the guys, last weekend. They were from extreme northwest North Dakota, here for the Viking game last weekend. The North Dakotans that visit the Cities today are caught up with the pleasure-seekers and ease-enjoyers, from the rest of surrounding states. Peole today are living a lot better and higher than we did in the 60s and 70s. They drive 50, 000 dollar vehicles, take expensive vacations to the Caribbean, and come down to sporting events and MOA shopping four times a year.
They are richer now than we were back then. They are also spending much more. They are liberal in their spending habits, not saving for a rainy day, maxing out their bulging incomes, and depleted credit card lines.
People indulge themselves more now; even the hardworking adults feel entitled to more luxury, pleasurable jaunts and fine meals. They are more hedonistic today. There is not much delayed gratification. It is no wonder that these parents of the Millennials raised a generation short of work ethic and character--look who raised them.
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