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哇!好早啊!
對於兩人的宣佈，我覺得挺意外的
一直以為Bill Gate 不會退休
一直以為富豪總會不捨自己辛苦得來的財富
... 或者，真的是人性本善？

When the news about the Buffet’s donation first came out, 2 days after Gates’ announcement of his retirement, it came as a shock to most ppl, and some even wonder whether Buffet’s decision has to do with his desire to keep his fortune from becoming US Federal Tax. Funny isn’t it, how some ppl just chose to think of only the ugly side....Buffet even regretted not donating sooner - with the inflation, the same amount would even be more substantial.

I am always impressed with Gates, not with his fortune, but of his great intelligence. Acknowledging the unfortunate events that are happening in this World, he founded the Gates foundation in 2000. It wasn’t enough to just spend his fortune, but it takes great intelligence to know when, where and how to spend in order to make the greatest impact. That’s probably be reason why Buffet has entrusted him with 85% of his fortune. Deciding his early retirement has been a bold and selfless move, so he could save his prime years do devote to his foundation.

It is just wonderful knowing that there are ppl who truly care about this World. Acknowledged that they are privileged, have the ability to make a difference, for the sake of their Country and the whole of society; they would do all they can.

So less of this happening, ppl have become accustomed to the believe that, we live for our future, our success, and forgetting that it is our duty to be selfless sometimes, and with our best ability to help and build a greater community, better society, for our country, and for the World. It is sad to see this kind of thinking is gradually dissolved in this modern, most educated society.

hi BC, sorry that it has taken me so long to reply, very interesting question indeed, though we probably hear about it everyday since we all try to achieve to ultimate answer to true happiness....I always wondering if there is actually an answer at all to be discovered....hmmm....
It is no doubt to say and acknowledge that being two of the richest man on the planet has given them the privilege and the sense of security that the rest of us could scarcely experience. To the rest of us, we would probably imagine that they live a life of a royalty, since their future is secured so that they could afford to spend the rest of their time and effort devoted to helping others, unlike the rest of us; we have to labour on our present for the sake of a better future, or at least it is the reason most of us would think of to shy ourselves away from giving.
However, I do not believe that their fortune alone would give them the satisfaction they needed for being here, living in this crumbling world. There is never a set obligation for any of us to provide for the unfortunate, but I truly believe that it is part of our duty as citizens on this dear earth; it is our mission to give what we can, and I trust that it is the true reason behind the satisfaction to Gates’ and Buffet’s. We may never figure out whether they give because of their obligations or satisfaction, or both, nonetheless, their senses of selflessness have given me insights and realization that, it is what we truly lack in this modern world, especially our beloved Hong Kong (BC: hope you don’t mind if I explore more on this topic in the future on your blog….heh). It reminds me of yet another famous figure, Alan Greenspan. As an well educated man, a successful American economist, he would make a wealthy living working for a bank or some investment firm. Instead, realizing his vast knowledge and ability, he decided to devote this time to serve the government with a minimal earning (practically enough for a light lunch in NYC daily). He acknowledge the fact that his knowledge would best be put to use for the better of the US and the World economy. After his retirement in the US, he has gladly accepted an honorary (unpaid) position at the United Kingdom’s HM Treasury, a continuation to his commitment for the betterment of the society.
As for happiness, it is an ideal that all of the living desires. It is composed of all the things we mentioned earlier, satisfaction, sense of security, plus many more. Each of us defines the criteria and the prospective measure that are required to meet our standard for happiness. Therefore, it is safe to state that it is us, and mostly us alone that have control over whether we would be happy. It is probably to say that Gates’ and Buffet’s decisions have devoted to their token of happiness, possibly for a lifetime. As for the Gates, it will be a long road ahead to their lifelong mission, and I hope along their path, it will bring them and others more joyful moments.