Keeping up with the Jones--I mean my Family
First, let me say I love all my extended family members. I love getting together with them and being with them.
What I don't love is trying to financially keep up with them. They spend money that on things that they can't afford and yet talk about all the things they do and have, if that makes sense. I kinda feel bad that I don't keep up with them in some ways, but reality is I just can't see myself spending money on stupid things that are so not necessary. I do feel the financial pressure from them all too often and even though I tell them I am can't afford it or I don't need it, it somehow does not seem to matter to them.
I realize we are not all on the same page when it comes to finances, but you know, it sure would be nice from time to time to be in agreement with my family when it comes to money.