Baby shower Saturday!

[judy]

Originally Posted by DianaB

I bought Dae Lynn's clothes too. I found some maternity jeans in her size at a garage sale that were like new and we went to a maternity clothing store when we were in Branson last fall and bought her quite a bit of stuff. They've really been struggling financially. It just breaks my heart but I can remember the days when it was Glen and I that were struggling. It's a fast way to learn how to manage your money and to live within your means!!!

You are right, Diana! I'm sure you know when to help out and when to let them figure it out for themselves. It is an invaluable lesson, and luckily, they have you and Glen to get their backs if they really fall down.

At this point, I don't really need to get involved with Jessie and Steve financially.
It is a relief! I cannot imagine how they do it. Steve has not worked in so long, but they made money from breeding the dogs, and now Steve is fixing up my ex husband'[s house, so I guess they can manage. I don't ask any questions. I guess they learned how to deal with money. They do owe me $500. I am keeping it as a loan, although I could go either way. I think it is best to let them think they owe it to me. You think I'll ever be repaid?

[gja1000]

Originally Posted by judy

They do owe me $500. I am keeping it as a loan, although I could go either way. I think it is best to let them think they owe it to me. You think I'll ever be repaid?

If I had to bet on that, I'd bet "no" but then you never know!

[judy]

Originally Posted by gja1000

If I had to bet on that, I'd bet "no" but then you never know!

He'll probably "work" it off, by doing some things I need, like a ceiling fan in the kitchen. Of course, the job price will have to be hiked up so that he can make some money, and this could go on for the next 15 years!!!

I could so easily tell them to forget about the loan. I already don't have the $500, and have lived without it, but I just don't think that is a good idea.