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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I spend my money where is counts.  Like one of the PPs said - there is no substitute for good quality high-thread count sheets.  You won’t catch me with a Gucci handbag, ever.  I do value experiences where I bond with people.  Our family skis a lot, so we invested in good quality lessons when our kids were 3 and bought a ski home; we get about 15 days on the mountain a year.  We travel to visit family overseas and spend money when we are with them.  That said experiences like a Pink or Taylor Swift concert, although I like their music, will not increase the quality of my life one iota, so I will never buy a ticket.  I buy my kids clothing that will allow them to fit in, but never be at the height of fashion (hard no to Golden Goose shoes!).  With this - I actually bought 2 ski homes - one for each kid, held in trust.  This ensures my grandkids will also have this experience.  When I retire, I’ll buy something small for myself in the area.  So, my priorities are BONDING experiences, then generational wealth.  Things are just for comfort along the way, like a good night’s sleep, healthy delicious food, comfortable warm clothing, etc. - nothing fancy or showy.[/quote]

Similar mindset here. Substitute beach house for ski house. The family memories make it worth it. Nice homes in very nice, safe areas are very important to me. I buy high quality kitchen stuff because I like to cook - vitamix, wustof and henckels knives, all-clad pots and pans, etc. Couldn't care less about designer bags or clothing. I do like to look current but I don't spend a fortune on clothing and don't buy a lot of it. I also don't go to many concerts. Just not worth it to me. [/quote]

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