It's a beautiful piece. I well remember that same feeling. I've been meaning for some time to write a piece about what my "startup dedication" (more accurately, my workaholism) cost me: friends, divorce (and a lot of money with that one), self respect, peace of mind... Always seem to have a difficult time finding the words. It's good that you found your own words, but know when to say when. It doesn't have to be this hard.

Vuong, you're welcome :P I helped with structure. But the piece, like the decision, is yours. The fact you're thinking about decisions, and were moved to compose the piece, bodes well. Keep the fact we're allotted only so much Time in the World in mind and, for you, it'll work out. Time, again, Time. You'll have the day in the meadow, daisies and all.

It certainly resonates with me. Co founder of a bootstrapped startup with a 7 month old son, and office far away from friends or family. I'm working many more hours per week than I've worked anywhere else over my 20 year career, because I want to have it all: to live close to friends and family and have more free time for both.