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I suppose, to an extent, it's like any conversation in RL, it can easily go off on a tangent.
I'd say that there's been a fairly consistent approach from most of us that are able to afford it that we like to pay for treats but wouldn't expect to give regular financial support unless in exceptional circumstances like ill health or redundancy or similar.
So as we don't know the circumstances of the adult child then people will fill in the gaps with conjecture and speculation.
Originally posted by maman
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Very true about the RL thing
ahh I see, don't get me wrong i think you have a great situation, you aren't being
relied upon and have the stress and anxieties of that - In your case, the treats are well received and you clearly enjoy giving - It sounds ideal and everyone is happy
Not to sound morbid but if you passed away tomorrow, your adult kids would (financially speaking only, obviously) at worst - miss holidays - as they are covering their own living expenses
I know I haven't put massive amount of info on here, as it just doesn't seem the right thing to do - it is not my situation but one i see having a big effect on good hard working people I know well.
The opposite of what you know...is also true