@NM_R - That was a deep thought, not a random one
@mredskins - I don't think he's whining, but I think he's having some sort of epiphany. He's realizing that each decision or action can have a domino effect on what happens going forward. Especially since he does realize that there are others that do have it worse off, and he was able to lend a hand so to speak.
@moob - Keep your chin up. Like you said, things can always be worse. The car will be fixed in time for you to hit FedEx on Sunday. And if not, hitch a ride to the Metro...find some nice Warpathians at the game and see if they'll take pity on you and give you a ride home