Both the younger ones gave me their Christmas lists. They think I am swimming in money. Their parents are doing very well financially. Plus, I just put $1,000 each into their College Funds. My husband and I have been doing that annually since they were born. They are 12 and 14 currently.
The eldest is 28, independent, works at Mayo, and owns her own house. She gets little things throughout the year that she treasures, such as hand made costume and Renaissance clothing accessories. I will give my girls some money and scratch-offs in their Christmas cards and they can get what they want.
As for myself, I am going to shop for a Keurig coffee maker after Christmas. It is just me now, and I prefer fresh coffee than warming it up in the microwave from a small pot made the day before. The coffee downstairs in the dining room is okay from the large machine, but it's instant.
As for everything else costing more due to Trump's stupid tariffs, I spend less on trivial things, but more for things my Business needs like fabrics, sewing supplies, Groceries, etc. I need new glasses soon and I know they will cost a good 30% more than from 3 years ago, even from Costco.
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