I just wanted to share this info with everyone..

PBS is airing this show about the economic tough times, and why families must cut back on spending. It airs on Wed Sept 9th at 8pm EST. (not sure about the other time zones). We are taping this (or dvring it) and playing it for the skids this coming weekend. Elmo tells how his family is cutting back, no amusement parks, but rather the local park, no movie theaters, but rather a rented dvd.. etc..

It interviews several real life families, their struggles and how they are coping, along w/the Muppet Family.. Al Roker is hosting..

I would also make some of your spending like crazy dh's watch as well.. so they can see that this is normal.. and a great way to explain cutting back to children!

Hope it helps!