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[quote=Anonymous]The reason is that it is different from when we were growing up - it really is. Of course, if you don't have the money, you don't spend it. But, if you have it, you can. My kids are middle school and high school and have two working parents. Kids have sports, music, a nanny to drive them around, adult size clothing and food, plus all the incidentals mentioned in a PP. (pictures, donations, gifts to teachers and coaches) plus big chunks to save for college. This summer we have sleep away camps, day camps, plane tickets for them to visit relatives, driver's ed. Some have special needs - one needs a tutor, one is in therapy and both will need to study for college prep tests. If you live in a different area, it might not be as expensive but both of my kids' schools need money, kids have computers and phones (with data plans) and there are just tons of expenses that you can't think of. [/quote]
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