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[quote=Anonymous][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]

Maybe I do not necessarily need them, but I value nice vacations highly. We spend about 30k a year on travel (Europe in the summer, skiing in the winter, Caribbean during spring break plus a few long weekends) and I do not regret a penny. However,. I do not own any designer clothes, our furniture is from IKEA and we have one mid-range car. We simply value experiences and that is where a good chunk of our money goes. This is on a 500k HHI so not really a stretch for us. I would not spend as much on OP's HHI, but she should definitely treat herself to a nice vacation if that is what she desires. [/quote]

Good for you. That is not the norm. Most people don't have that luxury.[/quote]

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