study: experiences make us happier than possessions...

even in tough economic times, you may find yourself with a bit of cash to spare. you've been working hard, and you want to treat yourself. should you spend it on an experience, such as a baseball game or concert, or a material object? psychological research suggests that, in the long run, experiences make people happier than possessions. that's in part because the initial joy of acquiring a new object, such as a new car, fades over time as people become accustomed to seeing it every day, experts said. experiences, on the other hand, continue to provide happiness through memories long after the event occurred... // elizabeth landau, 02.10.09, CNN