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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I grew up in an old money family, and no one ever discussed our wealth with people outside the family. My relatives do not wear expensive clothes, or drive fancy cars, or conduct themselves in an extravagant manner. Almost all of my siblings and cousins work professionally (some full-time/some part-time), and almost all have advanced degrees. In my family, money was spent on education, travel, and philanthropy (usually anonymous gifts). There is also a second home which the extended family uses as a retreat, so money is spent on the upkeep of that. But, in general, the family ethos is that investments are grown more than they are spent, and the money is handed down to the next generation and given to charity. You would never know I come from wealth, or the extent of it. My kids attended public school, had cashier and restaurant jobs in high school, college and in summers, and we live in a modest area. My kids are grounded and centered in their values. That is the greatest "capital" that is passed from generation to generation in any family. Posting on FB about wealth is bizaare to me. [/quote] Such a cool pov. I hope I get to meet you and your family one day! [/quote]
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