When I was adopted, I gained a family- a rich family at that. But, after my father lost his high paying job, I learned that money isn't forever.  We at least weren't destitute. Destitute was my life when I moved to the south side of Chicago. That phase- too- didn't last long. It was even more of a shame because my parents (most parents) didn't teach me how to handle finances in rich or poor times.

Now, married to an art teacher (big bucks there, lol) and I'm staying home with our baby for the meantime.  I'm realizing how important it will be for me to teach my daughter about money: how to guard, grow, and respect it.  We lead a restrained life in financial terms, but I'm so happy to be a mother and watch my Jasmin grow.