Infected Mushroom wrote:Xmara wrote:
I don’t know how it is in your world, but I for one know that, to use a cliche, money doesn’t buy happiness.
But it buys good schools, robust healthcare (in the USA), protection, big house... lots of networked allies for jobs and opportunities, gov contacts...
Can you honestly say a child is better off without those things just so that you can be a parent?
A big house isn’t necessary. I spent part of my childhood in a single wide trailer and was perfectly content.
I personally can say without a doubt that once I get out of college and get a better job and settle down, I could provide my future child with good schools, good healthcare, and a good life. I can’t provide government contacts but I could help my child get their first job.
Besides, I think a little hard work can make someone appreciate what they have more than if it’s just handed to them.