I once differentiated between crazy and eccentric to a friend. Basically, you are eccentric if you can afford to pay for the socially unacceptable things you do.

Being able to afford my eccentricities is an extension of living a relaxed lifestyle. Living comfortably within my means is a huge part of enjoying life.

To that end, over this winter, I built a moped for myself.

1. I learned a lot about small engines
2. I now have a much lower cost vehicle (both environmentally and financially)
3. I get to have annoyed looks from people for being that eccentric guy that does weird stuff