Wesley groaned when he saw meatloaf for dinner again. Annoyed, he refused to help clean up, arguing that work without pay was slavery. His father calmly agreed to pay him for chores—but with a catch.

The next day, Wesley excitedly began earning money, but soon realized he also had to pay for his own expenses. Dinner cost $10, breakfast $6, and even a ride to school was $5.50. When he needed $70 for a football jersey, his dad reminded him he’d have to earn it himself.

Reality hit hard. Buying his own food, clothes, and rides quickly drained his earnings. He missed his mother’s home-cooked meals and the small comforts he had taken for granted.

One evening, humbled and hungry, Wesley admitted his mistake. “I didn’t realize how much you both do for me. I was being selfish.”

His parents smiled, knowing he had learned an important lesson: family isn’t about payment—it’s about love and support.

That night, his mother gave him dinner “on the house,” and for the first time, he truly appreciated it.

Lesson: Families help each other out of love, not obligation. Share this story to remind others to appreciate their loved ones!