My pal Rich, who has recently moved to a remote island near Vancouver, takes stock of his life and comes up with a Walden manifesto for the XXIth Century.
I like to play guitar, hey I have a guitar, so that doesn't cost anything.
I like to ride my bicycle, hey – I have a bike, so that doesn't cost anything.
I like owning my home, but hey – my mortgage is cheaper than any rent I've ever payed.
I like spending time on the Internet, well hey – my computer is paid for and the Internet is cheaper than going to see four movies a month.
In fact – the more I add up my life, the cheaper it gets. Why the hell am I working for a company I hate doing a job that is largely unnecessary?
With any luck I'll get laid off and the ratings may improve.
But Rich, how will you buy a new computer every 18 months?
