My Million Dollar Dreams - Personal Reflection

Dreams of wealth and helping loved ones come to life. A million dollars opens doors to family support, charitable acts, and community projects.

Everybody desires wealth, including me. If someone had asked me when I was younger what I would do with a million dollars, my response would always involve indulging in all the toys and possessions I could possibly imagine.

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Very often I listen to a song by Abba:

 "Money, money, money,
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money,
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world"

While I am content with what I currently have, there are moments when I ponder how life would be if I possessed a million dollars. Many individuals might claim they would donate everything to charity or assist the less fortunate, but I will be frank in this post.

Charity Starts At Home - My Family and My Dreams

There is a common saying in English, "Charity begins at home." I hold a deep affection for my family and most of them struggle to make ends meet. I feel a sense of responsibility towards them and wish to witness them leading comfortable lives. 

Hence, my initial step would be to assist my own family. I would establish fixed deposits for my parents to secure their old age. Additionally, my father would finally have the opportunity to pursue his dream business. I would purchase a larger house, a car, and all the necessary luxuries (particularly for blogging/vlogging). Naturally, I would ensure to save a significant portion of the money for the future.

Following that, I would set aside enough funds for my dream wedding, as well as for my sister's dream wedding. I would assist my significant other in purchasing a home where we can start a family after our marriage.

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Reaching Out To The Society

Every year, during the Christmas season, I visit an orphanage with my students. There are approximately eight children under the age of ten living there, and unfortunately, they are not adequately cared for by their guardians. If I possessed a million dollars, I would adopt all these children and provide them with everything they deserve—good food, education, and plenty of joy.

In my community, there is an elderly widow who lost her only son in an accident years ago. I would strive to improve her quality of life and ensure she can live comfortably.

I once came across a video showcasing a preschool nursery within an elderly care facility in America. It has always been my desire to establish something similar in my neighborhood in India. With the help of a million dollars, this aspiration could become a reality.

Education

Education has played a pivotal role in my life, and I'm grateful for the quality education I received. Now, as an educator, my utmost priority is to ensure that every child has access to schooling. It's a cause that resonates deeply with me. With a million dollars, I can turn numerous seemingly impossible dreams into realities, particularly in providing education to the less fortunate.

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Lastly - My Big Day

I'm not particularly fond of shopping, but I have a passion for weddings. With a million dollars, I could fulfill my dream of starting a wedding-related business, such as owning a bridal boutique and much more.

If I had a million dollars, the possibilities would be endless. However, it's crucial to be cautious because wealth can attract unwanted attention. While I believe I would spend the money wisely, I must admit that I might also be a little careless with the funds I possess. 

This post is a part of Write Over the Weekend, an initiative for Indian Bloggers by BlogAdda.

What would you do if you had a million dollars? Share your views with us in the comment section.