Everyone just about on this planet has heard the words "money does not grow on trees." It is true in the literal sense, when it comes to our paychecks. Those of us who go to work, understand that you have to work hard for your money. Usually when a company realizes that you are earning money without much effort, you get the axe.

Children need to know these struggles that we encounter on a daily basis. They want cell phones, their own phone lines, brand new cars, my reply you don't work. Save your money, whether it is from birthdays or graduations. Making money is not an effortless activity. I work two jobs, this one running Financial Shopping Network and my day job. When I go to bed at night, there is nothing left in the tank. Too often children see all the glamour and fame, but do not see the sacrifice, the sweat, and tears that go into achieving your goals.

Now it should be said that money should not be worshipped. It should be used as a tool to sustain one's self, provide for emergencies, and to help others in need. I am truly bothered by attitudes that some teenagers exhibit towards material things. It appears to me that young people in some ways are so impressed with material things, that they aren't interested in the story behind what they see.

The money is not usually going to fall in your lap, don't be discouraged in life when you don't make what you think you are worth. You must endure and challenge yourself, then you truly understand that "money does not grow on trees."

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