They will tell you the same. He wasn't just talking. He would love to have the opportunities we have. With the legal and financial abilities that Americans have we can do anything, including enjoy life. Because that is what life is all about.
Life is precious and valuable.
Life is meant to be lived. Then life will also belong to you, just as it belongs to Judith and me. Anyway, back to chiding. Sit down with your family and create next years's vacation plans. Plan at least one major trip, and several smaller more local ones.