Unknown, attributed to Ernie J. Zelinski

True Wealth Beyond Material Possessions

Ultimately, tying these threads together, the quote invites us to assess success not by fleeting fortunes, but by the legacy we create and the lives we touch. The philanthropic work of figures like Andrew Carnegie exemplifies this: after amassing great wealth, he invested in libraries and educational causes, ensuring his value endured long after his financial empire waned. In this sense, the real measure of wealth lies in contributions that persist beyond the ledger. [...]