Posted June 20, 2016 One day I was with my friends at a card shop playing magic the gathering. I had 38 dollars and spent it all on cards and food, then my parents saw how much I spent and got pissed, even though it was my money that I earned. Now, they won't let me take no more than 10 dollars everywhere I go. I can't even get good food with that. How can I convince them other wise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Author 1 minute ago, Jonnyswboy said: How old are you? I am 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 I have to agree with your parents here. At the end of the month you should have more than you did the previous month. That doesnt appear to be happening here. Thats that. If you need to get in touch chances are you can find someone that knows me that can get in touch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Author 2 minutes ago, thekeemo said: I have to agree with your parents here. At the end of the month you should have more than you did the previous month. That doesnt appear to be happening here. But 10 dollars! I can't get anything with 10 dollars! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 1 minute ago, Drkrinklez said: But 10 dollars! I can't get anything with 10 dollars! Im saying you shouldnt be getting anything in my opinion. Also you know how many cookies you can get for $10?! Thats that. If you need to get in touch chances are you can find someone that knows me that can get in touch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Your parents are trying to teach you to value money. You're complaining that $10 isn't enough for good food when that's usually my weekly budget for dining out (I bring my own food to work as often as possible). I mean, how else could I afford my 5930k and GTX 1080? if you have to insist you think for yourself, i'm not going to believe you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Author 1 minute ago, thekeemo said: Im saying you shouldnt be getting anything.. Why not? They didn't give me the money, I got it for Christmas from my aunts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Author 1 minute ago, Suika said: Your parents are trying to teach you to value money. You're complaining that $10 isn't enough for good food when that's usually my weekly budget for dining out (I bring my own food to work as often as possible). What else could a 14 year old buy besides playing cards and entertainment? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 2 minutes ago, Drkrinklez said: Why not? They didn't give me the money, I got it for Christmas from my aunts! They are trying to instill the values of saving and frugality. Two very useful things. I know way to many people that were never taught this and are always broke. Thats that. If you need to get in touch chances are you can find someone that knows me that can get in touch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Author 3 minutes ago, Suika said: Your parents are trying to teach you to value money. You're complaining that $10 isn't enough for good food when that's usually my weekly budget for dining out (I bring my own food to work as often as possible). I mean, how else could I afford my 5930k and GTX 1080? I'm not working, though. Plus I'm not saving up for anything, if anything I was saving up for more cards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 1 minute ago, Drkrinklez said: What else could a 14 year old buy besides playing cards and entertainment? Again, they're trying to teach you to value money. I'm the only person I know within my age bracket that can drop $2.5k on car repair without a loan or form of credit, because I saved a really good amount of money for the sake of having it. Saving money is a valuable lesson people need to learn, but on that same note, enjoy life a bit. I've met people who are painfully frugal lol. if you have to insist you think for yourself, i'm not going to believe you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 4 minutes ago, thekeemo said: They are trying to instill the values of saving and frugality. Two very useful things. I know way to many people that were never taught this and are always broke. You don't teach someone frugality by not allowing them to spend money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 Author 2 minutes ago, Suika said: Again, they're trying to teach you to value money. I'm the only person I know within my age bracket that can drop $2.5k on car repair without a loan or form of credit, because I saved a really good amount of money for the sake of having it. Saving money is a valuable lesson people need to learn, but on that same note, enjoy life a bit. I've met people who are painfully frugal lol. My dad is very loving and caring. But when it comes to money, he won't let me spend it on something I want. Isn't that wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 1 minute ago, Dark_Fuzzy said: You don't teach someone frugality by not allowing them to spend money. That is how I was taught it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Thats that. If you need to get in touch chances are you can find someone that knows me that can get in touch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 20, 2016 14 minutes ago, Drkrinklez said: I am 14 Well they provide you a home to live in ... Maybe when you earn enough for a house and feed a family than you parent cant really stop you. Magical Pineapples
