When I ask my kids what they want Santa to bring them for Christmas this year, why do I get a mile long list? Not only that, why is every single item on my kids lists, not under the $100 mark?
Money is of no object to them. They have no concept of finances. They believe for years, thanks to their father, that there was a money tree out back of the house that I went and plucked whenever I wanted some cash. ( I joked to hubby that this year things have been so rough that its only giving out change, not bills)
Don't get me wrong, I don't think our children should have to worry about money. I am glad that they don't have to wonder if we are going to have electricity, food, etc. But it makes me wonder if I am doing a huge disservice to them by not making them aware of the value of a dollar. Or, maybe I am overthinking it and they are asking for big, expensive gifts from Santa because, its Santa?
Heres hoping this Santa Claus doesn't go in the poor house this season.
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Did ya forget we ain't rich?
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I totally believe that kids should learn the value of money. I wasn't taught it and had to learn it later in life.
I hear ya! Video cameras, digital cameras and each and every one of the video game systems is on the lists this year!
I wonder if you take a coin from your money tree and I bury it in my yard - will it grow into a money tree for me? I'd take one that only gives out change!!!
I can relate. Avery's only 6 and asking for big stuff, like a cell phone. Kids these days...
you are absolutely right about the price tag! boy, does everything add up... not usually a problem but with the price of the "little things" up it takes a bite out of the disposable income. I'm really trying to keep our food bill down to make up for the extra we'll be spending. I've also got a plan to give experiences instead of just things... I'm still working all of it out in my head but I'll post about it soon...
You're doing a great job with your blog by the way!
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