By: ladyfriend2 on 7/28/10
Cellphones basic necessities? I know families that can't afford one landline and when the food from the food shelf runs out, they live on cereal and Top ramen. No new clothes? Awwww.. Not to lessen the impact these children feel, but it does show the priorities we have taught them.

It's more a reflection on us than the children.

I think it's a blessing in disguise that this recession is happening in this time of their lives, they are cognizant and feel the pinch, however muted by having family around them. They will be better prepared to deal with future recessions in their lives, possibly at a time when no family is there for them.

It's a teachable moment.