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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Under no circumstances should you buy a boat. That would be really unwise due to the ongoing expenses.

What kind of shape is the car in? If it’s unsafe or likely to die soon, I’d prioritize getting a few or good used one. If you expect it to last a couple more years, I’d definitely start planning a vacation. Doesn’t have to be anything fancy, but your older child is at that age where there is a lot of wonder and excitement about exploring new places, and it’s past time for you all to start [b]making good family vacation memories.[/b] [/quote]

This a ridiculous comment. Not every family goes on vacation. It is a luxury. And no such thing as "past time"--vacation is not any better than spending regular time together. No one needs a 10k vacation. Maybe once in a lifetime but regularly? No way.[/quote]
I’m the poster you are responding to, and I stand by my vacation comments. Like I said, the vacation doesn’t have to be anything fancy, and it shouldn’t be for now given the likelihood of a car replacement in the near future.

But if you are trying to tell me it’s fine and normal to not go on vacation at all (which I guess you are, since you claim staying home is just as good) I completely disagree.  There are thousands of interesting things to explore in driving distance from here, and any family making $150k (or $100k or $50k) has the funds to have fun family time with their kids in a new place.  When kids look back on their childhood, vacations (and any other non experience that breaks the routines of everyday life) will absolutely stand out in their memories.  And it is always a growth experience to get out of the bubble of your day-to-day life. I really hope that you have not truly convinced yourself that never traveling is great for you or your kids. [/quote]

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