Week 3:

The lesson I enjoyed most this week was on social class and families. I found the discussion very interesting. We talked about the things that might define "upper class" such as, money, social perception and education. We discussed that most "upper class" families will more likely have a set of values, structure, very clear rules. The "lower class" has to work themselves up and usually don't have those same set of values because they aren't focused on those things. The "upper class" has some similarities with the family. A family provides us with structure for the children and adults. Families have expectations and hopes for each family member.

A different way of looking as social class: I would not say my family is "upper class" but I do believe my parents are upper "middle class."
I grew up in Utah until my senior year of high school then we moved to Idaho. My father is an attorney and the pay decrease was huge when we moved to Idaho. While living in Utah, my siblings and I were given everything. We were spoiled. Therefore, it made it difficult for me and my siblings to move and to transition into NOT getting everything we want.
After being married for two years and realizing that money and social class are not the most important things in life. I have realized that the best thing my parents ever did for us is move us to Idaho. It has made us realize money does not come easy, to not be so high maintenance and to appreciate everything in life. I am grateful my parents made this sacrifice even if it meant a sacrifice for themselves.

This really doesn't have a lot to do with the actual topic of "social class" but this is the thought that popped into my head during the class discussion.