I Would Rather wrote:
7 to 8 million. When you get older, you realize that some of the sums being quoted here, like $100,000 or $150,000, don't alter your life enough to make this amputation worthwhile. I mean, seriously, you'd so this just so you can get a cool car? Really?
If you're totally broke or need to get out from under debts, okay, $150,000 is nice. But just to get a couple of shiny toys, I wouldn't give up part of even the least essential digit.
Thoughtful response.