I have 2 kids, I owe them each about $120 in allowance, and they also have about $300 saved up between the two of them. Would it be flat out wrong to ask them to put money towards a new video game system for the whole family? We had one until recently but it needs replaced.
They're 8 & 10.
Would it be wrong? (kids and money)
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Is it something they want? If they do, maybe a compromise about everyone contributing to it.. or giving it as a joint family gift for Christmas that you pay for.. If they did not want one, I would not ask them to spend their money on it.
Claire
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"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13
They do want one! I just feel guilty taking money from them, but that may because of my childhood. As a kid I had my parents "borrow" money and never give it back. So I'm just tying to get some outside opinions! Thanks!
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Yes that would be wrong.
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How about you purchasing the system and they purchase games or extras they want? Or, like I said.. a family gift for Christmas?
Anonymous 1 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:00 pm They do want one! I just feel guilty taking money from them, but that may because of my childhood. As a kid I had my parents "borrow" money and never give it back. So I'm just tying to get some outside opinions! Thanks!
Claire
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13