supermom_in_ny's comments

How Do You Teach Frugality to the MTV Generation?

03 Aug 2007 04:56 AM

I'm a mom to 7 kids. They are 18, 16, 15, 14, 12, 8 and 5. We watch MTV's Super Sweet Sixrteen and are horrified at the behavior of those kids.

Now, I love designer brands. My kids have always worn brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Timberland, Baby Phat, Limited Too and Nike Jordans. This is how I dress them, but I'm an expert bargain hunter. I bought my daughter a pair of $90.00 Timberlamd Boots at FinishLine for $9.99! My kids have learned this and people are amazed how they can go to the MALL, buy designer brands and pay very little. We use coupons that are found on the store's websites, certificates that are sent home (to cardholders) and shop using the clearance rack. At their school, staff and kids think they are wealthy....if they only knew.

It's all about how you bring them up. Those parents created those monsters. They were never disciplined and never heard the word, "NO". Those kids would be suicidal if their parents lost their money...

Don't worry. I've read through your other blog and you're doing a great job. Your children will have a healthy outlook on life and finances.

Boy, those parents are crazy! They're letting the whole world see what horrible parents they ARE! Those kids are spoiled and horrible human beings! UGH!!!