Knowing my kids are being taken care of by providing them tools they need to succeed. When they take the time out of their day to tell me what they did in school or what their favorite part of a movie or show was means that they care what I think and how I will feel too. Or randomly give you hugs and ask how your day was is rewarding as well.

I’ll never forget a few years ago when we all went to a “Superhero Convention” about 30 min away from our house. One of my best friends, who has also been very supportive, found out about it and asked the kids if they wanted to go. There were every superhero and princess you could think of and they all had a blast interacting, taking pics and playing games with the actors that day, and I have plenty of pics of all the fun!

I would definitely use some of it to get my daughter a vehicle since she’s going to be driving next year, since it’s hard enough to pay 1 car payment every month. Also get my kids new bicycles and equipment for playing outside in the summer like soccer balls, water guns, and other fun activities. Making sure their needs are met always comes first, then I can treat myself with a professional massage or spa day since I've never been to one.