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teaching our children to become investors

We have four children ages 9 to 18. During this last year we have had an epiphany in our household. We are pro investments. This may sound strange. But we were led to believe that the Stock Market was gambling and gambling was a sin. We stayed away from investments. Oh, we could be very well off by now... STOP! Don't look backwards. Be proactive, I am talking to myself.

It was a thorough study of classical Christianity that taught us how important economics is and investment is essential. We decided to make sure that our children don't repeat our mistakes. So, we revamped our curriculum, in a day, (Homeschooling is so efficient :)) We have made economics number 3 (first Bible, second music) in our curriculum. Wow, it is so much fun. Our children are learning how to invest their time, how to make money (commodity or service), how to invest their money, learn new skills and apply what they know, how to be thrifty,.... In short, they are becoming investors!

Their is a big difference between investing and gambling. I hope Christians understand this; ashamed to admit we didn't.

Thrifty Riches

Establish a plan to increase your riches. First, know your worth. Many people have no idea what they are worth. They look at their monetary savings or debt and measure themselves in this alone. But you need to take many more variables into consideration. For example, in addition to your monetary riches look at your location, education, talents, connections, prospects, morals, health, ambitions, drive,... Take time to list all your riches (assists). When you have listed all of your assets then you will know where to begin. Ask yourself what you can build upon and what you can change to improve on your riches. This is where thrift comes in. Thrift is the "economical management in regard to property". It is also "prosperity; success and advance in the acquisition of property." In other words it is gaining riches honestly and morally. But thrift does not stop there. It is vigorous growth, thriving. You will need to be determined to thrive. Thrift is not doing without. No, it is quite the opposite.

Plant a Garden

Plan your garden. Start with a small 8-12ft row garden, 10 rows, about 20ft wide. There are many good garden designs. I love gardens that are practical, easy to care for and say something. if your spot, where you want to put your garden, is weed infested you are fortunate indeed! This is a good sign that your soil is good. If your spot is bare then you will have to put more work into conditioning the soil.

Towards Beauty and Glory!

This blog is dedicated to all those who are sick and tired of the doom and gloom and want the "how to" towards Beauty and Glory.