“Budget Issues,” Dad Said About My Kids’ Gifts — So I Took Them to Aspen

The kids need stability.”

“Stability?” I gestured at the gaming equipment. “This looks like $3,000 worth of electronics.”

Mom wrung her hands nervously. “Derek’s situation is complicated, honey. He lost his job six months ago, and with the divorce proceedings—we wanted to make sure Tyler and Madison had a special Christmas.”

“So Derek gets early Christmas continue reading …