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So Worth It – Kid’s Activities

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I know that there were lots of opinions on my kids involvement in different activities and the amount of money I spent on them.  While much of their activities are bartered there are certainly costs associated with them, and the driving alone is a hefty chunk of my time not to mention gas….but I declare that as I/we get more selective, they do pay off.  I have talked alot about my youngest being a competitive gymnast and this past weekend his meet season kicked off.  I did good financially…in the past we have driven up, stayed a couple of nights, done some sightseeing…nope, not this year.  We drove up and home the day of, and here’s what we got to see.

For the record, I have bartered my skills for his monthly tuition. I do have to pay uniform and meet fees along with the gas to get him to practice three times a week and to out of town meets (all of them are out of town except the one we host in December.) This year the meet fees are right around $400 for the whole season…his dad and I split that and it has already been paid.

He spends 12 hours a week in the gym…and these videos show the results of a little over 2 years of training (not counting his missing the majority of last season due to broken hand.) In my book, it’s so worth it!

 


5 Comments

  • Reply Mary from SC |

    Good Morning – that video is awesome. That you so much for sharing!!! I know you are one proud mom. As for the expenses associated, I think this is an extremely good “investment”. Due to his gymnastic skills, he may one day score a great scholarship – saving a huge chunk of change. And there have been studies showing the benefits to students in being involved in extra-curricular activities…http://dc.cod.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1370&context=essai.
    When on a debt payoff, sometimes we try to put a price on everything. With children, that is an impossible task – no price can be put on the investment of their future. Hold you head high Hope – you have it right – you are investing in the lives of your children and the return on that investment is priceless.

  • Reply Kili |

    Hi Hope,
    I admire you for what you make possible for your kids.
    Good job!
    And I am sure, little Gymnast benefits in a lot of ways from this activity.
    Happy Thanksgiving!

  • Reply Sarah |

    Wow! He is so strong! I think these are expenses that are well worth it. Especially if he really enjoys it. You are setting him up for a lifetime of good habits – commitment, exercise, etc.

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