Guac and queso if you make over $450k

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Anonymous wrote:Many of you are missing the point.

The question is not whether or not you should buy your kids guacamole and queso. The question is whether you should allow your kids to add guac and queso to a food order without teaching them that doing so greatly increases the cost of the dish.

I buy my kids guacamole and other add ons like that all the time, but they know it costs more and will ASK before adding extra items to an order. That way they learn that it's extra. That's all. We get extras, but we want our kids to understand what it means for it to be extra. And yes there are circumstances in which I would not allow extras, for instance if the last time my kid added guac to their burrito, they complained they didn't like it and picked it off. But not because I'm trying to starve my extremely privileged children.

It's not about denying your kids food or being cheap, it's about making sure your kids understand how the world works including the fact that you nearly double the price of a burrito by adding guacamole and queso to it at burrito, and inane but still somehow important piece of information for a person to learn.

Queso greatly increases the cost of the food order? OP was all worked and denying her kid queso. You may want to focus on something but she was not. OP has already come and retracted her objection to guacamole.

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Anonymous wrote:Many of you are missing the point.

The question is not whether or not you should buy your kids guacamole and queso. The question is whether you should allow your kids to add guac and queso to a food order without teaching them that doing so greatly increases the cost of the dish.

I buy my kids guacamole and other add ons like that all the time, but they know it costs more and will ASK before adding extra items to an order. That way they learn that it's extra. That's all. We get extras, but we want our kids to understand what it means for it to be extra. And yes there are circumstances in which I would not allow extras, for instance if the last time my kid added guac to their burrito, they complained they didn't like it and picked it off. But not because I'm trying to starve my extremely privileged children.

It's not about denying your kids food or being cheap, it's about making sure your kids understand how the world works including the fact that you nearly double the price of a burrito by adding guacamole and queso to it at burrito, and inane but still somehow important piece of information for a person to learn.

DP. Your kids aren’t idiots. If they ever don’t have enough money to afford it, they’ll learn fast.
Signed, low income mom

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Anonymous wrote:Many of you are missing the point.

The question is not whether or not you should buy your kids guacamole and queso. The question is whether you should allow your kids to add guac and queso to a food order without teaching them that doing so greatly increases the cost of the dish.

I buy my kids guacamole and other add ons like that all the time, but they know it costs more and will ASK before adding extra items to an order. That way they learn that it's extra. That's all. We get extras, but we want our kids to understand what it means for it to be extra. And yes there are circumstances in which I would not allow extras, for instance if the last time my kid added guac to their burrito, they complained they didn't like it and picked it off. But not because I'm trying to starve my extremely privileged children.

It's not about denying your kids food or being cheap, it's about making sure your kids understand how the world works including the fact that you nearly double the price of a burrito by adding guacamole and queso to it at burrito, and inane but still somehow important piece of information for a person to learn.

DP. Your kids aren’t idiots. If they ever don’t have enough money to afford it, they’ll learn fast.
Signed, low income mom

A lot of people actually are idiots, tho. In part because they were not taught by their parents or by experience. So this includes a lot of upper income kids who are just oblivious to how anything works.

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Anonymous wrote:I only read the original post. This is insulting to me because I am the one who can’t actually afford it, and when I can I let my kid have at it.
Please find some other virtue signaling avenues, OP.

NP:

Many would think this is a poor choice you’re making. OP is entitled to a different opinion and you’re entitled to think her post is virtue signaling.

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Anonymous wrote:Many of you are missing the point.

The question is not whether or not you should buy your kids guacamole and queso. The question is whether you should allow your kids to add guac and queso to a food order without teaching them that doing so greatly increases the cost of the dish.

I buy my kids guacamole and other add ons like that all the time, but they know it costs more and will ASK before adding extra items to an order. That way they learn that it's extra. That's all. We get extras, but we want our kids to understand what it means for it to be extra. And yes there are circumstances in which I would not allow extras, for instance if the last time my kid added guac to their burrito, they complained they didn't like it and picked it off. But not because I'm trying to starve my extremely privileged children.

It's not about denying your kids food or being cheap, it's about making sure your kids understand how the world works including the fact that you nearly double the price of a burrito by adding guacamole and queso to it at burrito, and inane but still somehow important piece of information for a person to learn.

DP. Your kids aren’t idiots. If they ever don’t have enough money to afford it, they’ll learn fast.
Signed, low income mom

A lot of people actually are idiots, tho. In part because they were not taught by their parents or by experience. So this includes a lot of upper income kids who are just oblivious to how anything works.

Then they learn by living in the world. It’s okay, really.

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You all are going to get a WaPo article over this thread

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Anonymous wrote:You all are going to get a WaPo article over this thread

WaPo is still alive?

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This isn’t really a money issue but a character flaw. I would be mortified if my daughter married a man who orders queso on his chipotle order. Absolutely disgusting.

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Anonymous wrote:the stupidest thing here is putting an actual $$$ amount. Is it ok at 425k? 475k? I fully agree with all the posters talking about recognizing individual costs.

At 500k (LOL) I'd still would never add guac/queso, but that's because I'm going to just get a quick meal and know it's not worth it. I will spend extra $$$ at places that are worth it, but Chiptole is definitely not one of them.

Also big shoutout to people making near 500k who still look at grocery prices. I would absolutely not buy something overpriced just because. I also will look at every price and never be like the poster just throwing it in the cart/basket without looking at the price before (please remind this to my wife who actually is the breadwinner overall).

My goal in life is to maintain my income and wealth so that price will never ever be a factor in what I, my children, or grandchildren choose to eat.

We have a seven figure annual income and a net worth that's 8 figures. I still look at prices at the grocery store simply because I think it's stupid to spend $7 on something I can buy for $3 (recent example, chocolate chips for cookies)

You are missing the point. No one is saying buy the exact same thing at a higher price.

No. The PP was talking about grocery stores. That implies that you are buying items that have multiple price points, not just that you don't look at the prices at restaurants.

Sorry that you're both poor and stupid.

What is wrong with you? That you feel the need to be this awful to people on the internet (while hiding behind anonymity of course)? That you think calling someone "poor" is an insult? Something is seriously wrong with you.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m a contractor and I always let my workers pick the options…I pay and don’t make as much as you

Your employees aren't spoiled kids.

But wonder if they'd prefer cash bonus instead

A kid saying yes when asked if they want a vegetable with their lunch, or asking for a smaller portion is not a spoiled kid.

Guac is not an extra vegetable. Sure it has veggies in it, but you’re making it sound like Oliver Twist is at home asking for spinach and mom says no. It’s an over priced dip when out to eat. It may have great health benefits, but kids can eat the 5 avocados I got from Lidl this morning for the same pricr.

So why are you taking them out to eat at all! Why didn’t you buy some chicken, rice, beans, and tortillas at Lidl this morning? You made an entire trip just for avocados? Seems like a waste of money AND time…

Where was this said? Stop making facts up to fit your narrative?

She said she didn’t want to buy the guac because she just bought avocados at Lidl that morning. PP was pointing out that this argument can be used against ever going out to eat at all. She just went grocery shopping apparently- so why are they out to eat?

Please stop the ridiculousness. People were stupidly saying “I am not going to deny my kids vegetables!” That’s like saying:

“ I’m going to get gas when I need it!”

“I’m going to buy a water bottle whenever I want it!”

Get gas but get it cheaper with about 3 seconds of effort. Fill a reusable water bottle at home.

And kids with parents who don’t frivolously spend still get avocados! Maybe not a scoopful once every 3 weeks for $3, but 5 days/week for the same price.

What? Who doesn’t get gas when they need it? Are you stupid?

Nice…

It was related to someone above, who said that when they need gas, they go to whatever gas station without looking at what gas stations in the same area are significantly cheaper. Within a .2 mile radius, the price can vary by .75/gallon. It’s dumb to not check prices.

How many gas stations do you have in a .2 mile radius?! Sorry, we don’t all live by the airport.

My Waze app shows a station that is $2.79 and another one that is $3.80, within 1.2 miles. I assume you drive your vehicle and pass places with gas stations away from your rural home…

It is this obstinate refusal to see how this one simple change can save you money, which waters down everything you say.

You already had to increase your ridiculous estimate by 600% when called out, ma’am. I fill up my 15 gallon gas tank once every two to three weeks. I’m not driving 2 miles out of my way (roundtrip) to save $30 a month. It’s not that big a deal.

I bet if you look while you're out, you don't even need to drive out of your way at all. But this is the mindset that was discussed earlier in this thread. Either these things are important to you or they aren't. To me, it's ridiculous that someone won't drive 2 miles out of their way (worst case scenerio) round trip every 2-3 weeks to save $30/month. You don't think it is a big deal.

Right. And it’s not important to me. Which is what I said before you numbskulls started arguing for some weirdo reason.

At a certain income, $30 a month is in the noise. Tell me about your home size and location, what kind of car you drive, how long your commute is, your budget for your kids’ college, etc. before you want to discuss wasteful mindsets

Sure:

Commute is zero (retired by mid 40s)

I have many homes (3 are rented out, 2 are vacation properties, and 2 are homes that we spend more than just vacation periods of time in). They vary in size.

We have 7 vehicles, all are similar to Tahoes or Highlanders.

Kids go to colleges that are $100k a year each. No aid provided, obviously. We have about $560k in each 529 but have decided to pay cash for their education and the 529s are saved for future generations.

Jeff can verify that I have posted some of these facts before- all are true.

And he could also verify that I look to save money when possible. My guess is I have more money than almost everyone I know in real life…but I still think you’re dumb for willfully paying more for something like gas, a water bottle, etc unless there are no other options.

Your turn…how much you have in all those categories where you think any amount of money is “in the noise” because you can’t be bothered to drive 4 total minutes for a $30 savings.

I like experiences (travel, shows, excursions, luxury travel, etc.) That’s something I will very happily pay for.

Hahaha!!!! OMG thank you, this is the most hilarious “flex” I’ve ever read!!! Who the f—k needs seven cars and three houses?! How embarrassing.

lol…7 cars, but NO GUACAMOLE!!

It just doesn't get any funnier, lol.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m a contractor and I always let my workers pick the options…I pay and don’t make as much as you

Your employees aren't spoiled kids.

But wonder if they'd prefer cash bonus instead

A kid saying yes when asked if they want a vegetable with their lunch, or asking for a smaller portion is not a spoiled kid.

Guac is not an extra vegetable. Sure it has veggies in it, but you’re making it sound like Oliver Twist is at home asking for spinach and mom says no. It’s an over priced dip when out to eat. It may have great health benefits, but kids can eat the 5 avocados I got from Lidl this morning for the same pricr.

So why are you taking them out to eat at all! Why didn’t you buy some chicken, rice, beans, and tortillas at Lidl this morning? You made an entire trip just for avocados? Seems like a waste of money AND time…

Where was this said? Stop making facts up to fit your narrative?

She said she didn’t want to buy the guac because she just bought avocados at Lidl that morning. PP was pointing out that this argument can be used against ever going out to eat at all. She just went grocery shopping apparently- so why are they out to eat?

Please stop the ridiculousness. People were stupidly saying “I am not going to deny my kids vegetables!” That’s like saying:

“ I’m going to get gas when I need it!”

“I’m going to buy a water bottle whenever I want it!”

Get gas but get it cheaper with about 3 seconds of effort. Fill a reusable water bottle at home.

And kids with parents who don’t frivolously spend still get avocados! Maybe not a scoopful once every 3 weeks for $3, but 5 days/week for the same price.

What? Who doesn’t get gas when they need it? Are you stupid?

Nice…

It was related to someone above, who said that when they need gas, they go to whatever gas station without looking at what gas stations in the same area are significantly cheaper. Within a .2 mile radius, the price can vary by .75/gallon. It’s dumb to not check prices.

How many gas stations do you have in a .2 mile radius?! Sorry, we don’t all live by the airport.

My Waze app shows a station that is $2.79 and another one that is $3.80, within 1.2 miles. I assume you drive your vehicle and pass places with gas stations away from your rural home…

It is this obstinate refusal to see how this one simple change can save you money, which waters down everything you say.

You already had to increase your ridiculous estimate by 600% when called out, ma’am. I fill up my 15 gallon gas tank once every two to three weeks. I’m not driving 2 miles out of my way (roundtrip) to save $30 a month. It’s not that big a deal.

I bet if you look while you're out, you don't even need to drive out of your way at all. But this is the mindset that was discussed earlier in this thread. Either these things are important to you or they aren't. To me, it's ridiculous that someone won't drive 2 miles out of their way (worst case scenerio) round trip every 2-3 weeks to save $30/month. You don't think it is a big deal.

Right. And it’s not important to me. Which is what I said before you numbskulls started arguing for some weirdo reason.

At a certain income, $30 a month is in the noise. Tell me about your home size and location, what kind of car you drive, how long your commute is, your budget for your kids’ college, etc. before you want to discuss wasteful mindsets

Sure:

Commute is zero (retired by mid 40s)

I have many homes (3 are rented out, 2 are vacation properties, and 2 are homes that we spend more than just vacation periods of time in). They vary in size.

We have 7 vehicles, all are similar to Tahoes or Highlanders.

Kids go to colleges that are $100k a year each. No aid provided, obviously. We have about $560k in each 529 but have decided to pay cash for their education and the 529s are saved for future generations.

Jeff can verify that I have posted some of these facts before- all are true.

And he could also verify that I look to save money when possible. My guess is I have more money than almost everyone I know in real life…but I still think you’re dumb for willfully paying more for something like gas, a water bottle, etc unless there are no other options.

Your turn…how much you have in all those categories where you think any amount of money is “in the noise” because you can’t be bothered to drive 4 total minutes for a $30 savings.

I like experiences (travel, shows, excursions, luxury travel, etc.) That’s something I will very happily pay for.

Hahaha!!!! OMG thank you, this is the most hilarious “flex” I’ve ever read!!! Who the f—k needs seven cars and three houses?! How embarrassing.

Is that your answer to the questions:

home size and location, what kind of car you drive, how long your commute is, your budget for your kids’ college?

- to answer your newest: no one needs those things.

Different poster. Why on earth would you buy seven cars for yourself and then tell other people that it’s not okay for them to buy their children guacamole?

You are being extremely wasteful and ridiculous with your money.

Because we have many homes. So we fly to home x and then have vehicles there to use. Somehow this makes sense to us- but wow, maybe you’re right!!!

And do you have guacamole waiting for you at home x there to use?

They most certainly do not. They drive to the store in their Range Rover(s?) to buy avocados to make guac -- it's so much cheaper to make than to buy that you are STUPID if you have ever bought guacamole. But they only buy those avocados if they are on sale. If they are not, then DH has to sneak the kids to Chipotle, where he will get them bowls with both queso and guac -- behind OP's back. The strawberries and persimmons, however, they buy at the store without regard to price.

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Anonymous wrote:The person who can’t drive 2 miles to save $30 is making fun of the wealthy one?

Now that’s rich.

Yes, the person who understands why the phrase “penny wise, pound foolish” exists is making fun of the profligate spender, environmental menace getting her panties in a twist about getting the cheapest gas for one of her seven urban assault vehicles.

Sounds like Ms. FancyPants has an actual mental illness. I hope she finds the cheapest therapist within a 1.2 mile radius of one of her multiple homes

We are all enjoying making fun of this all, but yes ... this is probably right.

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Anonymous wrote:Op here. I should have capitalized the AND in my post. I have absolutely no issue with the guac. It's the queso, which has no nutrition and there is already free cheese.

Why does the story keep changing?

Because she's crazy.

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Anonymous wrote:I only read the original post. This is insulting to me because I am the one who can’t actually afford it, and when I can I let my kid have at it.
Please find some other virtue signaling avenues, OP.

This ^^^.

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Anonymous wrote:You all are going to get a WaPo article over this thread

WaPo is still alive?

Yes. But on life support.