The value of money

Feeling in a very dark place today. Not a good way to start the day but that is the power of words and the memories they awaken. I was reading a blog by a friend who was talking about a trip to buy a Christmas tree, what can be so provoking in that ? It was the part about the daughter being worried about the cost of the tree that hit home hard. How sad that she should she have to think like that. I am not saying there is anything wrong in teaching children the value of money, but it saddened me. So much so I was reduced to tears as it brought back memories of my childhood when money was scarce and life was a daily struggle. Having been through those experiences I am determined for my children not to have to do the same, but I am not frightened to say no to constant requests for things, yes they can ask, but "I want" doesn't mean they get. However a little reminder every now and again that money does not grow in trees does not hurt them !