Little Entrepreneur

Dear Gabriel,

So at this point in your life, you are a little entrepreneur. You decided you wanted to earn money to buy your family Christmas presents this year. So dad talked about some options of ways to earn money and you decided you wanted to make candy to sell. We helped you with everything, but you were completely involved! You worked hard all day to make candy to sell, then we spent 2 days around the neighborhood getting it sold to people.

I was completely impressed with your determination. When we went to the first house to sell candy too, you said, "It's okay mom, I can carry all the bags." You carried four full garbage bags and when they answered the door you knew exactly what to say. "I want to earn money for Christmas presents, and I am selling candy."

You were so confident! You didn't shy away from the conversation at all. I thought for sure you would look to me for guidance, but you handled all of the transaction. I was amazed at you.

You ended up earning about $120! You gave Talia 40$ for helping you make the candy, then you put some in tithing and some in savings. Then you bought all the Christmas presents you wanted with your own money and you have some left over in your wallet right now!

On your way home from school today you just told me you want a phone. I said, "A phone is something that mom and dad won't get for you. You have to be able to pay for it yourself." You said, "Okay... how much?" I told you and then automatically you said, "Well then, I will just have to earn more money!"

I loved hearing that from your mouth. You are creating value and you aren't afraid of earning money to pay for things by yourself. I love it. It is so independent and it will serve you well as you get older. I hope you keep the same motivation as we go along through the next few years... almost 10 years until you go on a mission!! Ah, I can't believe it. You will be 8 years old this year and I can't believe it.

I have been amazed at watching your transition from being an "innocent child" to being "accountable". It really is amazing the transition that is happening in your life. The way your brain is comprehending so much more, the way your emotions are being handled... all of it.

I love you so much

Love,

Your Mom