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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. Before everyone else piles on, let me add that I am a single parent who scrapes together the money for summer camp. I drive an old car, wear old clothes and bring a lunch I pack every day to a job where I am underpaid. My budget simply does not allow for $30 a week for ice cream at camp.

Some of you assume that I am denying my children something I was given (we ate ice cream at home, not from the ice cream truck). My parents, who were not wealthy, saved to pay for four years of college and most of my professional education as well. That is my priority for my children as well.

And no, I am not the same mom whose kid spent $18 on a lunch at the museum.

But flame away. I wish you could walk a mile in my worn down shoes.[/quote]

I get your frustration. I wouldn't be too upset with your kids because of how young they are but they need to understand the value of money better. I think one PP's suggestion that they "earn" it back is a good one. They should be given extra chores or be asked to do something for neighbors to understand how hard you work to earn money. On the other hand, I think you sound upset at the child who lent the money. He was trying to be kind and he could not have known your situation. I think this child did nothing wrong and your anger is misplaced. The situation is unfortunate but it's not anyone's fault. You, your kids and the other kid sound like great people who are trying their best.[/quote]

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