The Hypocrite

Ed Grafton was a driven man, in that he wanted to accumulate as much wealth as he could, as long as he was alive. But why? He had everything anyone could want, a beautiful wife and daughter who loved him very much. He had his health and that of his family.

It seemed perfect. What changed him?

He had plenty of contacts, friends, and social acquaintances. What happened to Ed? He was very personable and outgoing. What caused him to become distant and almost a recluse? He had his wealth. He was wealthier than anyone could possibly dream of. What caused him not to care about his wealth anymore? Why did he give up on his drive for more wealth? It was something else. Something so devastating, that it would probably cause a change in anyone.

Could he run away from this? No. Ed now realized that there was a certain amount of truth in the expression "you can run, but you can't hide". Ed now understood that he would have to live with this situation the rest of his life.