Financially we do ok. We have to manage our money but we live well. We have three kids and we spent about $200 each on them for X-mas. I just spent $400 on a family ring for my wife. Part of me feels bad because I spent more on her than each of them. Is there anything wrong with this?
2006-12-11 08:47:46 · 13 answers · asked by Brian 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
no i feel that spending 400.00 on your wife for x mas is nice you got her a ring that resembles her life as being a mother and is so sweet. Kids get alot of toys an trinkets more then parents buy themselves. why buy 3 more dolls or trucks for the kids if in 5 hrs will be broken or in the trash in 3 months. i feel you did a good job also why spoil your kids ? with things they will not use or have in a few months but the ring can be passed down to one of your children someday
2006-12-11 15:16:28 · answer #1 · answered by rodeogirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You in no way should feel quilty about spending $400.00 on your wife for a lovely ring for her, I'm sure it is beautiful. And she would probably love it just as much if you spent $ 40.00. Your relationship with your wife is different from your children. And 200.00 per child is a lot, but of course with all the expenses items now for children it's completely out of control, and it not about how much you spend it's whats in your heart which is the most important. Some people have to spend Christmas alone with no one, and on Christmas morning when I get up to a empty house and a empty tree, I will think some family is having a lovely morning together. Happy Holidays
2006-12-11 09:09:25 · answer #2 · answered by CJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I din't think you should feel bad at all. Just remember that giving gifts are great for the Christmas season but, it isnt the price that you paid but the thought you put into it. And if you really think about it the kids always end up playing with the wrapping paper and boxes more. Don't sweat it in the long run they won't remember the gifts and most will break, but they will always remember you spending time with them.
2006-12-11 10:40:55 · answer #3 · answered by lak3rat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
without you and your spouse there may well be no youngsters. Your relationship to her could come first. i think of that's admirable. youngsters on the instant could understand that not each thing is approximately them. i think of $2 hundred is a lot besides the fact that i ought to on no account arise with the money for it. the hoop properly that became into my present final 365 days and if she is like me she would be in a position to cry. the terrific present i'm going to have ever gotten. you're an extremely beneficiant and loving guy Merry Christmas
2016-10-18 03:10:21 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing wrong with it at all! Kids don't need allot of expensive things to have fun! Most kids play with the boxes of whatever you bought them anyways!!! And a family ring is something that she would have to carry each child with her! So it's nothing to worry about! Kids don't need expensive things, they break it, lose it, don't want it, or lose interest in it! But your wife will cherish the ring!!!!
2006-12-11 11:18:42 · answer #5 · answered by Teej 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mum always reminds me that one day my kids will be grown and out on their own, it will be just me and hubby again (hopefully). You guys were a couple before you had kids and will be when they are gone. It is fine for you to spend more on her. How much does she ever spend on herself? Prob not much like most parents. It is ok to splurge once in a while. Your kids don't know how much you spent. I am sure she will LOVE the ring. What a good husband - so thoughtful!!
2006-12-11 08:54:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You obviously love your wife dearly!! And if it were not for your wife you would not have those children. If it were her birthday you would not have a comparison.
I would not only not compare, but do not put a price tag on your presents. While it is good to be frugal, Christmas is not about how many dollars you spend on each person.
Take care,
Troy
2006-12-11 08:55:34 · answer #7 · answered by tiuliucci 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes and no. You're children come first, always. But obviously in this case, they did. And apparently there is more than one of them, and only one wife. So I guess its okay.
2006-12-11 13:10:38 · answer #8 · answered by hkiley29 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it's your money and you should not feel guilty for deciding how it's spent. your kids are not ENTITLED to christmas presents, and should be thankful for whatever they get.
2006-12-11 08:51:51 · answer #9 · answered by pandora078 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
don't feel bad. your wife works harder than they do. i don't know how old your kids are, but two hundred is enough.
2006-12-11 09:05:28 · answer #10 · answered by Donna L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋