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[quote=Anonymous]My socio-economic level as an adult is lower than what it was growing up.  Growing up, we didn't go out much because, as a PP said, my parents were children of the Depression.  Even when family would visit me here in DC, no one expected me to take off work (Work is important!  Don't want to do anything to get on your boss' radar by taking too much time off!) and they were perfectly fine with eating at home and taking public transportation.

My DH's family were South American and wealthy in their country of origin.  They are the opposite of my family and believe in big gestures, big meals at restaurants and lots of attention.

Our kids are being raised more in my family tradition.  We usually always pack a lunch/snack and if we do eat out, don't order drinks other than water unless it's a special occasion. We also have 'family financial goals'.  For instance, the kids wanted to go to Kings Dominion.  We researched the cost of tickets, looked for discounts determined what meals would cost.  We then had them make decisions like, we could order pizza or put the money we'd spend on pizza in the Kings Dominion jar.  Once we had enough money, we then discussed food again.  We could eat in the park or pack food and use the money we saved on food for something fun.  The kids decided to pack food and then pay for face painting.

The kids are now older teens/young adults.  If they're resentful of how economical we've had to be, they've not shown it.  Yeah, more money would be nice but everything has its trade offs.  If they want more money, they should choose professions that pay more.  [/quote]

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