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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP- your kid needs to get a job to earn their own spending money. They are adults. They don’t need an allowance. [/quote]

That's a valid approach! It's not for us, but I wouldn't disparage you for going that direction.

I want my kid to study hard and enjoy themself. They worked for their pocket money through HS, coaching and babysitting. They will work this summer in retail. Giving a moderate allowance in college is how I demonstrate that I support their education and [i]transition[/i] into adulthood. [/quote]

I show my support by paying for tuition, room/board, etc. No self respecting college student should want an allowance from their parents. [/quote]

Ok, even you have to realize how absurd that sounds. NO self respecting college student? Not one??

I expect high academic achievement from my kid. I do not expect them to be the best shirt-folder at The Gap. Why on earth would I want them honing their shirt-folding skills when they should be crushing their Econ exam? They will have plenty of time to be an adult. College is a liminal space.

I tried to be nice, but damn, you make it hard. [/quote]

You don’t have to be nice. Just be yourself. Your kid is watching you. You’d better hope they earn the big bucks or they’ll expect the gravy train to continue after they graduate. When does it end? [/quote]

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