Why do we race - this week's rambling

[jwsamuel]

Originally Posted by CMcAllister

I've found that most people who aren't involve in some avocation doing something that they are passionate about, even if it costs a pile of money, usually don't do much more than work and hang out.

I don't race, I don't have a race car. I just cover drag racing for DRC. But there are many other interests in which people spend a lot of money for their avocation.

Consider amateur photographers who think nothing of spending $5,000 to $6,000 for a camera body and a single lens when equipment that costs 10% of that would do the job for them just fine.

Or the amateur guitarist who can barely play yet has a room with 10-30 guitars, each costing between $2,000 and $5,000.

If you can afford it without losing your family's home or making them skip meals, go for it. It's your money.

Jim