I just sold a pair of glasses to a 23 year old, and upon asking her how she would like to pay for them, she asked me if I could bill her parents. I explained that sure I could, but I wouldn't order them until they were paid for, and so with a huff and a puff, she handed over her card. She then laughed and said she'd just have her mom pay her back.
Everyday, I answer phone calls from parents ordering their adult childrens' contacts, scheduling appointments, and inquiring how much it would cost to purchase their precious baby some glasses.
In addition, I listen to more and more parents complain about paying for their 23-26 year old 'kids' apartments, cars, auto insurance and cell phones.
How is this teaching kids any responsibility? I know that when we do well we want to provide for our families, but when does it become a hindrance to their growth as productive members of society? I've had some sort of job since 9th grade, paid for my first POS car at 16, supplemented my college tuition with two jobs and paid for my first apartment at 19. I've worked full time since I was 19, along with going to school full time.
I have two daughters, and I'm not going to say that I would want them to struggle the way I did, but I'll be damned if I'm going to let them grow up thinking that other people are going to just give them everything.
Ok, end of my rant. I apologize if I've offended anyone.
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