I don't think I have the requisite hubris or arrogance to ever believe I was the foremost expert in anything of significance, even if it were arguably the case (which it isn't).

Undisciplined

> I like being in a position to engage with such people, though, and am fortunate to have some of those opportunities.

Being part of a good scene is worth a lot, I agree.  That's an interesting way to look at it -- allocating your efforts to get you a ticket to those things, even if you're not necessarily the main player.

elvismercury

mostly_harmless

Some thoughts on success

> If I can enjoy my family and time with them and make a small part of the world slightly better, do I need to be swept up?

This is mostly where I'm at, too. Although, I wouldn't mind having a job that I was getting swept up in either. 

Generally, I have very little desire to be the best whatever in wherever. I like being in a position to engage with such people, though, and am fortunate to have some of those opportunities.