I will be watching the countdown for the final 10, and want to say Thank You from the bottom of my heart for your life's work. I've been one of your readers since you worked at the Wall Street Journal, and I am so grateful for the lessons you've imparted. Not everyone gets to make such an impact in the world. Know you have left it better than you found it. Well done, Amigo.
Thank you so much for writing this. I am so sorry that you experienced this, but sharing your story is so brave. Many, many hugs and best wishes as you continue on your life journey.
This is wonderful...absolutely wonderful. I love that you took the time to write an honest, heartfelt, reflective, humble letter to your former spouse. Such a beautiful exercise in honesty. Thank you for sharing and for your vulnerability. Reading this reminds me that we are all human and we're all here working to live our best lives and become our best selves.
In my opinion, No, parents are absolutely not under any obligation to pay all or a portion of college education. My family was unable to help and made no preparations for my higher education. Knowing that I was on my own made me value every class so much more....I only missed class twice in college, both times because I was sick. I figured that I was paying for this education, so I didn't want to miss any of it. I got scholarships, worked a part-time job, and in general, just made it happen. I see too many kids who are treating college like a 4 year, all expense paid vacation. They graduate emotionally and financially immature, and they're underprepared for the adult world and incapable of being resourceful. For the sake of raising competent, capable adults, I wish more parents either would choose not to pay or to only pay a portion of the college experience (say for the first 2 years, or $20,000/yr. contribution).
I loved this story, thank you for sharing it. First, I am so glad to know that you've made a nearly complete recovery, and secondly, I think there are so many valuable lessons in your story. From the fact that being financially prepared is a long-term activity, to making sure that both spouses understand where the money is & how it flows, to the lesson that health is a big part of wealth. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to write this. This book has been on my reading list, and I'm moving it to the top. Many thanks to other readers for book recommendations listed in the comments.
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I will be watching the countdown for the final 10, and want to say Thank You from the bottom of my heart for your life's work. I've been one of your readers since you worked at the Wall Street Journal, and I am so grateful for the lessons you've imparted. Not everyone gets to make such an impact in the world. Know you have left it better than you found it. Well done, Amigo.
Post: Model Behavior
Link to comment from December 21, 2024
Thank you so much for writing this. I am so sorry that you experienced this, but sharing your story is so brave. Many, many hugs and best wishes as you continue on your life journey.
Post: My Ozempic Nightmare
Link to comment from December 18, 2024
This is wonderful...absolutely wonderful. I love that you took the time to write an honest, heartfelt, reflective, humble letter to your former spouse. Such a beautiful exercise in honesty. Thank you for sharing and for your vulnerability. Reading this reminds me that we are all human and we're all here working to live our best lives and become our best selves.
Post: Letter to My Ex
Link to comment from November 29, 2023
Wonderful lessons and a valuable perspective. Thank you for sharing.
Post: My Retirement Prep
Link to comment from November 29, 2023
In my opinion, No, parents are absolutely not under any obligation to pay all or a portion of college education. My family was unable to help and made no preparations for my higher education. Knowing that I was on my own made me value every class so much more....I only missed class twice in college, both times because I was sick. I figured that I was paying for this education, so I didn't want to miss any of it. I got scholarships, worked a part-time job, and in general, just made it happen. I see too many kids who are treating college like a 4 year, all expense paid vacation. They graduate emotionally and financially immature, and they're underprepared for the adult world and incapable of being resourceful. For the sake of raising competent, capable adults, I wish more parents either would choose not to pay or to only pay a portion of the college experience (say for the first 2 years, or $20,000/yr. contribution).
Post: Do parents have an obligation to pay part or all of their children’s college costs?
Link to comment from November 11, 2023
I loved this story, thank you for sharing it. First, I am so glad to know that you've made a nearly complete recovery, and secondly, I think there are so many valuable lessons in your story. From the fact that being financially prepared is a long-term activity, to making sure that both spouses understand where the money is & how it flows, to the lesson that health is a big part of wealth. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Post: My Best-Laid Plans
Link to comment from November 11, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write this. This book has been on my reading list, and I'm moving it to the top. Many thanks to other readers for book recommendations listed in the comments.
Post: A Profitable Read
Link to comment from November 1, 2023
This is a great tale of perseverance and grit. Thank you for sharing.
Post: My Unemployed Life
Link to comment from November 1, 2023
Loved your story; thank you for sharing. May we all embrace our inner Little Engine.
Post: Failure Is Not Final
Link to comment from November 1, 2023
This is thoughtful and really well-written. Thanks for sharing your story. Illustrative and helpful for those of us who will deal with aging parents.
Post: Taught by My Parents
Link to comment from November 1, 2023