[frefaln]

I'm suddenly seeing a lot of parallels between EQ and real life.

Some people race to get to the top, complete tunnel vision, never stopping to smell the roses. Even when they've amassed everything they could possibly want, many are left with an inexplicable, hollow sense of dissatisfaction.

Some take shortcuts to get to the top, and while it's fun to show off their prizes for a short time, they soon realize they've robbed themselves of any sense of achievement.

Then there are those who lament the grind but they do it anyway. They place more importance on personal connections than shiny, transient items. When the inevitable end is reached and right before everything goes dark, these are the folks who are most likely to look back on their experiences with a contented smile.