Hi stellabelle, i guess it is how we choose to define successful people. If we choose to define successful like the norm as "rich with maids", then of course we are not. But if we choose to define successful as "a writer who can touch people" then i think you are successful. So you see, it really depends on your definition and views. :) To me, problems that can be solved with money are not real problems. But problems that cannot be solved with money are in fact, the real problems... Just my 2 cents. Good luck!